Carbon Offsetting Fund

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What is the Carbon Offsetting Fund?

The carbon offset contribution is collected through the Section 106 process, and these funds are ring-fenced to be spent on carbon-reduction projects across the borough.

Applicants are required to contribute to the Council’s carbon offset fund where they have demonstrated that net zero carbon cannot be achieved through the proposed design of the development.

The Council requires applicants to calculate their expected carbon emissions, and can contribute to the carbon offset fund accordingly. RBWM implemented the Sustainability SPD in 2024 and is now material consideration when determining planning applications. You can find out more about it here


What projects will the funding be allocated toward?

Carbon offset funding may be allocated to projects that align with RBWM’s Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

Projects that target energy efficiency will be considered a priority as these can have a wide range of benefits. Examples of potential projects are shown below:

  • Building fabric upgrade(s) to increase energy efficiency
  • Upgrades to sustainable and “future-proof” technology (renewable energy, electric vehicle charging etc)
  • Technology and measures to improve metering, monitoring, and operation of utility usage
  • Infrastructure or support for low carbon heat networks

It should be taken into consideration that the Sustainability and Climate Change team will retain 10% of the funding allocated to administer the fund and to provide support to the project through monitoring and reporting.

You can find a document detailing the funding criteria in our Key Documents section


What we have funded so far

Equipped Braywick Nature Centre with:

  • Solar panels which support the centre ability to engage with schools and community groups in renewable energy.
  • Upgraded lights to LEDs to improve the efficiency of electricity usage by approx. 50% and to improve the experience of the community space which is a valuable asset for community rental and opportunity.

Upgraded 21 schools End of life halogen and fluorescent lighting to LED

  • Improving the learning experience for students in the classrooms as LEDs are known to emit less glare on paper and screens and eliminates the impact of poorly distributed lighting

Provided essential match funding to enable end-of-life fossil fuel heating systems to be upgraded with ASHPs, in conjunction with fabric and insulation upgrades and solar installation on important community assets such as:

  • Windsor Guildhall
  • Windsor Leisure Centre
  • Community Centres across the borough
  • Football pitches (upgrade to LED lighting)

The Climate Partnership

The Climate Partnership is an alliance of businesses, charities, and community groups working together to achieve a sustainable future for Windsor and Maidenhead. The carbon offsetting fund supports this initiative by providing funding for community managed projects. You can find out more about the partnership and how it supports grass roots community organisations by following the link below.

Home | The Climate Partnership


Further projects are currently in progress and will be announced on completion

What is the Carbon Offsetting Fund?

The carbon offset contribution is collected through the Section 106 process, and these funds are ring-fenced to be spent on carbon-reduction projects across the borough.

Applicants are required to contribute to the Council’s carbon offset fund where they have demonstrated that net zero carbon cannot be achieved through the proposed design of the development.

The Council requires applicants to calculate their expected carbon emissions, and can contribute to the carbon offset fund accordingly. RBWM implemented the Sustainability SPD in 2024 and is now material consideration when determining planning applications. You can find out more about it here


What projects will the funding be allocated toward?

Carbon offset funding may be allocated to projects that align with RBWM’s Environment and Climate Change Strategy.

Projects that target energy efficiency will be considered a priority as these can have a wide range of benefits. Examples of potential projects are shown below:

  • Building fabric upgrade(s) to increase energy efficiency
  • Upgrades to sustainable and “future-proof” technology (renewable energy, electric vehicle charging etc)
  • Technology and measures to improve metering, monitoring, and operation of utility usage
  • Infrastructure or support for low carbon heat networks

It should be taken into consideration that the Sustainability and Climate Change team will retain 10% of the funding allocated to administer the fund and to provide support to the project through monitoring and reporting.

You can find a document detailing the funding criteria in our Key Documents section


What we have funded so far

Equipped Braywick Nature Centre with:

  • Solar panels which support the centre ability to engage with schools and community groups in renewable energy.
  • Upgraded lights to LEDs to improve the efficiency of electricity usage by approx. 50% and to improve the experience of the community space which is a valuable asset for community rental and opportunity.

Upgraded 21 schools End of life halogen and fluorescent lighting to LED

  • Improving the learning experience for students in the classrooms as LEDs are known to emit less glare on paper and screens and eliminates the impact of poorly distributed lighting

Provided essential match funding to enable end-of-life fossil fuel heating systems to be upgraded with ASHPs, in conjunction with fabric and insulation upgrades and solar installation on important community assets such as:

  • Windsor Guildhall
  • Windsor Leisure Centre
  • Community Centres across the borough
  • Football pitches (upgrade to LED lighting)

The Climate Partnership

The Climate Partnership is an alliance of businesses, charities, and community groups working together to achieve a sustainable future for Windsor and Maidenhead. The carbon offsetting fund supports this initiative by providing funding for community managed projects. You can find out more about the partnership and how it supports grass roots community organisations by following the link below.

Home | The Climate Partnership


Further projects are currently in progress and will be announced on completion

Page last updated: 09 Dec 2025, 03:17 PM