The National Space Innovation Programme (NSIP) provides co-funded grant support to derisk high-reward R&D projects with a clear target market. NSIP operates open funding calls for all space-related technologies under two strands: NSIP Kick Starter that supports highly disruptive early-stage innovations, and NSIP Major Projects which emphasizes commercialisation and growth of particularly lucrative ideas from UK businesses, universities and research organisations. NSIP Call 3 will expand the NSIP portfolio of innovative R&D projects that meet the programme’s objectives to: catalyse investment into the UK space sector, capture market growth, raise Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) of priority space capabilities, and position space activities closer to commercialisation and exploitation.
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs / Forestry Commission – Defra Trees Programme
England Woodland Creation Offer (EWCO) supports the establishment of new woodlands and is administered by the Forestry Commission.
The ‘Find a grant’ tool requires a ‘closing date’ to be specified – 31 March 2030 reflects the period EWCO funding is currently confirmed until, rather than a known closure date. EWCO is funded through the Defra Trees Programme.
UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council
Apply for funding to combine design-led interventions with arts and humanities methodologies to make positive contributions to the green transition.
You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) funding.
Office for Zero Emission Vehicles, Department for Transport
The Depot Charging Scheme supports uptake of zero-emission HGVs, vans and coaches by part-funding the installation of charging infrastructure at fleet depots.
The first application window ran from 25 March 2026 to 30 June 2026, and will fund 70% of charge point and civil costs, up to £1 million across all sites.
The next window is expected to open from 28 October 2026 to 29 January 2027 for projects which may begin from April 2027 and must be delivered by 31 March 2028. Terms and grant rates for this phase are still to be confirmed.
UK Research and Innovation, Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)
This award is for BBSRC-funded research groups to pump-prime interactions with FAPESP scientists in Brazil. Applications must be made by a project lead who is currently in receipt of BBSRC research funding.
There is no limit on the value of the grant, the value specified within the summary page is an example.
UK Research and Innovation, Medical Research Council (MRC)
Apply for funding to run a high throughput screen (HTS) using AstraZeneca’s compound library and screening robots.
There are two funding opportunities per year that are open to all targets.
Up to £270kCloses in 17 days (9 September 2026)UK-wide
UK Research and Innovation, Arts and Humanities Research Council
Apply for funding to transform the commercialisation of research in the creative industries, working collaboratively to address barriers to commercialisation and develop a new sector specific commercialisation guide.
You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for UKRI funding.
The Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV) grant is available into financial year (FY) 2025/26 with price cap of £50,000, with grant rates up to £2,500 for an eligible vehicle.
The recent price cap increase to £50,000 will bring more vehicles into scope, widening customer choice and removing barriers for disabled passengers by ensuring they can get around more easily and with peace of mind.
Up to £2,500Closes 5 April 2027England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £25 million for pre-commercialisation projects. This funding is from the UKRI R&D Missions Accelerator Programme through the Clean Energy Superpower Mission.
Amount not publishedCloses in 3 days (26 August 2026)UK-wide
Free support to help SMEs and community groups in the Dorset Council area reduce their carbon emissions, improve energy efficiency and install renewable energy measures
Funding for research or innovation that's ground breaking, improves European research standards or responds to challenges like climate change or food security.
Funding for organisations in England who prioritise community agency and do work that tackles the root causes of poverty, disadvantage and discrimination.
£1m – £5mRolling — apply any timeEngland
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Strengthening Communities funds community-led projects that help people live healthier, happier lives. It supports our strategy, It starts with community.
£20k – £500kRolling — apply any timeNorthern Ireland
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