Date: 20 Oct 2025
Community Climate Action Funding due to be announced – Phase 2
Donegal County Council are delighted to announce that applications for funding under Phase 2 of the Community Climate Action Programme will open on Tuesday 28th October 2025.
The Community Climate Action Programme (CCAP) supports small and large rural and urban communities to take climate action at a local level. Donegal County Council in association with the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment (DCEE) will provide funding to local communities for projects that promote community climate action.
The objective of the CCAP is to build low carbon, sustainable communities, which will, in turn contribute to the national climate and energy targets.
About the CCAP
This funding is part of the Community Climate Action Programme, which supports projects and initiatives that facilitate climate action within local communities. The fund is open to not-for-profit community groups and clubs.
The CCAP can fund 100% of all eligible costs for the project and there are three project sizes eligible:
- Small scale projects < €20,000
- Medium scale projects €20,000 to €50,000
- Large scale projects €50,000 to €100,000
Projects must deliver a direct positive impact on climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and/or helping communities adapt to the consequences of climate change.
The 5 themes of the programme are as follows with some examples of projects that may be applied for:
Theme 1: Community & Energy
Community Building Retrofits eg. Windows & doors, insulation etc., Solar PV Systems, Heat Pumps, LED lighting, Energy Efficiency Measures eg. Smart Controls
Theme 2: Sustainable Travel
Electric Vehicle Charging Points, Cycle parking / racks, improving cycle way access, safe and active routes, bike repair hubs.
Theme 3: Food and waste
Community gardens, Polytunnels and Greenhouses, Allotments, Food markets, Food banks
Theme 4: Shopping and recycling
Community repair hubs, upcycling projects, Swap shops, water filling stations, single use plastics elimination, musical instrument reuse, paint recycling, toy library.
Theme 5: Local climate and environmental action
Nature based solutions, Climate resilience projects, Mini forests, dispersed orchards (fruit trees), roof gardens, pollinator projects.
Additional information on eligibility, how to apply, and contact details is available on our website: Guidance for Applicants
Closing Date for Applications is: 22nd December 2025
