Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: October 16, 2025

Purpose: To approve acceptance of the Mayoral Renewable fund grant offer in relation to the proposed Williamthorpe Clean Energy facility. The Council has secured the maximum available grant as a contribution to the capital cost of the development. The details of this grant award are as noted.  

Content: RESOLVED to:   1)      Approve the acceptance of grant funding in the sum of £0.700m from the Mayoral Renewables Fund via the East Midlands Combined Authority in relation to the proposed Williamthorpe clean energy facility; and   2)      Delegate authority to the Executive Director for Corporate Services and Transformation to confirm acceptance of the grant terms.