Further funding to provide alternatives to car ownership

A second round of the Plugged-In Households Grant Fund has now opened, allowing more social housing providers, third sector and community organisations the chance to procure the services of electric vehicle car clubs.£500,000 is available for social housing providers and third sector organisations to allow tenants, local residents and staff access electric vehicles on demand through car share clubs. The scheme offers viable alternatives to car ownership and affordable access to modern ultra-low emission vehicles.Earlier this year, eight social housing providers throughout Scotland were awarded grants from Glasgow to Orkney. This year, the fund is also accepting applications from third sector organisations. It is hoped that the second round will enable more communities to take advantage of the funding on offer right across the country.Delivered and administered through Energy Saving Trust, organisations have until 23 August to apply.