Throughout the consenting process, Scira Offshore Energy stated that the Sheringham Shoal Offshore Wind Farm project would bring community benefits beyond those expected as part of usual operations. Now in the construction phase, the first of those socio-economic benefits have been realised via a number of sponsorships and financial assistance to relevant projects. From 2010, there will be a formal mechanism for such assistance - the Sheringham Shoal Community Fund - a fund that will provide grants to North Norfolk community groups, including schools and NGOs, seeking financial assistance for projects or initiatives that meet key criteria.

Building up to an annual amount of £100,000 from 2012, the fund will provide grants for projects or initiatives that focus on renewable energy, marine environment and safety, sustainability, or education in these areas. The Fund will be managed by the Norfolk Community Foundation, with the involvement of community representatives as trustees. Applications are now open.

The Grant Policy and Guidelines as well as the Application Form are available below. You can also find out more at
www.norfolkfoundation.com.

• Grant Policy and Guidelines
• Application Form

Sponsorships