From 1st April 2021, the England Salix Energy Efficiency Loan Scheme was replaced by the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS). Salix continues to deliver energy efficiency programmes through the Public Sector Decarbonisation Grants Schemes.
There are two elements to this scheme: Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) & Public Sector Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF)
With the focus firmly on decarbonisation organisations are keen to reduce their carbon emissions. However, the investment required to undertake energy transformation process tends be prohibitive for many. Whilst there are a range of funding options available, they are limited and competitive. At Barker, we pair decarbonisation funding opportunities with client’s needs to create a bespoke roadmap for decarbonisation and positive action
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme (PSDS) offers funding support to public bodies. It allows organisations to upgrade existing heating systems using low-carbon technologies such as air source, water source or ground source heat pumps. In previous years, £31 million worth of funding was allocated to the education sector, and we helped our clients secure over £10 million of this. If you have a heating system you’d like to upgrade, be sure to contact us to discuss your application.
The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme provides grants for public sector bodies to fund heat decarbonisation and energy efficiency measures. The scheme has been set up to enable the public sector to reduce carbon emissions in line with the UK Government’s commitment to becoming net zero by 2050.
Barker’s dedicated team of energy consultants can help identify and advise on your PSDS applications. The Barker Energy360TM is our approach to help organisations plan, fund and implement transformational energy efficiency programmes.
Here is how we help our clients with PSDS
Public Sector Low Carbon Skills Fund (LCSF) is a vital funding resource, providing grants to unlock decarbonisation in the public sector. For organisations that still heavily rely on fossil fuel-based heating, the LCSF is ideal as it enables you to develop energy strategies for more sustainable forms of heating.
Please note LCSF 2025/26 round of applications has been cancelled. Any announcements relating to future rounds will be shared when available.
The Public Sector Low Carbon Skills Fund provides grants for public sector bodies to put in place a heat decarbonisation plan, providing them with the information they need to develop future applications to the Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme.
Barker’s energy team are at the forefront of supporting clients with their LCSF applications. From desktop assessments, energy audits to heat decarbonisation plans the team helps collate a thorough and structured LCSF application giving it every chance of success.
Here is how we help our clients with LCSF
The scheme is grant funding, not a loan. Salix is now a government agency under the direction of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
What are the time scales? In a nutshell, very tight! From our experience we know that the applications to PSDS and LCSF are highly sought after and oversubscribed, hence you must be prepared and ready with all the information required to be `bid ready’.
Please note LCSF 2025/26 round of applications has been cancelled. Any announcements relating to future rounds will be shared when available. In the meantime you can refer to the last round’s guidance here .
Watch our webinar to learn more about the application process and how we can support you in securing funding for your projects.
Contact us today if you would like support with your application.
Follow the links below to view the full scheme guidance from Salix.
Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme Guidance
Public Sector Low Carbon Skills Fund Guidance
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