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Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 Discovery C6
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The Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 Discovery Phase funds collaborative research projects addressing key UK energy system challenges, with up to £30 million available. Lead applicants must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or Electricity System Operator, partnering with research and industry collaborators. Consortium membership is mandatory; single-organisation applications are ineligible.
Details
| Funder | Ofgem |
| Budget | Up to £30 million (excl. VAT) |
| Consortium | Required — collaborations only; lead must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or Electricity System Operator |
| Eligible countries | GB |
Eligibility & scope
Collaborative Discovery Phase Projects addressing Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 challenges. Lead applicant must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or Electricity System Operator. Open to collaborations only; single-organisation applications are not permitted.
Who Should Apply
- •Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network operators
- •Electricity System Operator (ESO) as lead applicant
- •Transmission operators in Great Britain
- •Research institutions and industry partners in supporting roles
- •Consortia addressing Ofgem Round 5 strategic challenges
Key Dates
- •Discovery Phase funding available under Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5
- •Consortium structure mandatory; single-organisation applications not permitted
- •Lead applicant must hold Ofgem licence or equivalent operator status
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Lead applicant must hold active Ofgem licence, check your current status before committing collaborators.
- ✓Frame the project as solving one of Ofgem Round 5's stated strategic challenges; alignment with published priorities strengthens evaluation.
- ✓Partner commitment letters from research institutions and industry are essential; weak or vague co-applicant endorsements weigh against competitive scores.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can be the lead applicant for Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 Discovery Phase?
The lead applicant must be an Ofgem licensed electricity or gas distribution network, transmission operator, or the Electricity System Operator in Great Britain.
Can I apply to Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 as a single organisation?
No, all applications must be submitted as consortia; single-organisation applications are not permitted.
How much can I access from Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5 Discovery Phase?
Up to £30 million (excl. VAT) is available across the Discovery Phase cohort; individual project budgets will be determined through the application process.
Which countries are eligible for Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Round 5?
Only Great Britain; applicants and projects must be based in or directly serve the GB energy system.
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