FAQs

Climate action refers to the efforts and initiatives taken to mitigate and adapt to climate change. It involves reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to sustainable energy sources, and implementing measures to protect communities and ecosystems from the impacts of a changing climate.

The guidance says that these are unlikely to be funded. See Climate Action Fund - Our Shared Future | The National Lottery Community Fund to see what the National Lottery will and will not spend money on.

Unfortunately, not, the guidance says: 'Activities that replace government funding (for example, we can only fund school activities that happen outside of normal teaching hours)'.

By storing rainwater from heavy rainfall this will help to reduce the potential for drains and waterways from getting overwhelmed and potentially flooding. The water can also be used throughout the year to water both house and garden plants, increasing the space in the water butt for more rainwater, meaning less drinking water is used.

A bike that can be powered by electricity as well as propelled by pedals.

An electrically assisted bicycle designed to carry larger loads or cargo.

We expect to receive a response from the National Lottery in the summer of 2026.