MK City Council announce new Green Business Fund to provide sustainability grants

Milton Keynes City Council has launched a new Green Business Fund offering grants of up to £25,000 to help local organisations with projects to reduce their emissions and make the city a greener place to live.

The fund is intended to support projects that help local businesses reduce emissions and waste, improve sustainability, and work together on shared solutions. Examples of eligible projects include joint energy‑saving schemes, shared recycling or waste‑reduction services, sustainability training for staff, or providing services to help businesses switch to greener ways of operating.

MK City Council said the projects could help businesses lower their energy bills, reducing the likelihood of sharp cost increases being passed on to customers during periods of volatile energy prices.

The fund is for revenue projects that benefit multiple businesses. It cannot be used by single businesses for individual support or for any capital items such as equipment or construction.

Any legally constituted organisation can apply, including town and parish councils, sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, charities and community groups. Projects must support registered businesses within the City of Milton Keynes administrative area. The deadline for applications is 30 April 2026.

The Green Business Fund forms part of the City Council’s new Sustainability Strategy unveiled earlier this week at an event attended by local businesses and organisations.

Cabinet Member for Planning and Placemaking, Cllr Shanika Mahendran, said, “This fund gives organisations the chance to bring forward projects that make a real difference to local businesses. We want to support practical ideas that help companies save energy, reduce emissions and become more resilient. By helping them to cut bills and operate more sustainably, we can create benefits that are felt across the whole community.”

Further information to apply for grants is on the Milton Keynes City Council website.