SSE and Greencoat Renewables, co?owners of Galway Wind Park, have opened the 2026 round of the Galway Wind Park Major Projects Fund, with €300,000 available to support large?scale, community?led initiatives within 10km of the wind farm.
The Major Projects Fund, which operates every two years, forms part of the wider Galway Wind Park Community Fund programme and supports projects that will deliver long?term, measurable benefits for local communities.
Online applications are now open and close on Tuesday, 5 May 2026. Since 2018, a total of €900,000 has been awarded through the Major Projects Fund, reflecting sustained demand from community groups for support with transformational projects.
The 2024 round alone attracted over €1.5 million in applications for projects valued above €3 million. This year’s funding will continue to support initiatives aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, focusing on Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7 ), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11 ), and Climate Action (SDG 13 ). Eligible applicants include not?for?profit groups, charities, community organisations and sports clubs.
All projects must show clear community benefit, be deliverable within 20 months, and demonstrate a lasting legacy. Grants ranging from €20,000 to €150,000 will be available to support proposals that enhance local infrastructure, biodiversity, cultural or natural heritage, or improve sports and recreational facilities.
Commenting on the launch of the 2026 Galway Wind Park Major Projects Fund, Jacqueline Durnin, Community Investment Manager at SSE, said: “We’re encouraging community groups of all sizes to consider how a bold, transformative idea could reshape their area for the better. This Fund is here to help turn those ideas into long?term local assets.Groups wishing to apply to the 2026 Galway Wind Park Major Projects Fund can find further information online at www.sserenewables.com/GalwayWindParkMajorProjects and by emailing: [email protected].
