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Cloud or Colo Whitepaper

Written by Next Platform, this whitepaper looks at the inflection points and associated costs for AI startups between choosing cloud or colocation for their compute footprint.

HVO Fuel Whitepaper

Explore how, and why, Kao Data became the first data centre operator in Europe to transition our back-up generators to sustainable hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuel.

PUE Whitepaper

PUE was once just an effective tool to measure performance and efficiency. Now, during a period of high energy costs it’s vital to reduce power use and realise cost savings.

Kao Data & Jisc Whitepaper

Examine the partnership between Kao Data and Jisc which provides the UK’s academia, and scientific research organisations with access to sustainable and scalable data centre capacity.

UK Energy Outlook Whitepaper

Essential reading that helps data centre operators and end-users understand the current climate in the energy market, and provides readers with an outlook for the winter ahead.

Why Manchester? Whitepaper

Learn why Greater Manchester is the UK’s most viable secondary data centre and technology hub after London, and why Kao Data chose it for our latest data centre.

Kao Data ESG Report 2022

Our first ESG report, this features information about our vision for sustainability, our commitments, and current progress in driving positive impact through our business.

Kao Data ESG Report 2023-24 v1

Our second ESG report based on FY 2023-24, this features the latest updates and data on our vision for sustainability, our commitments and current progress in our journey towards Net Zero.

Critical National Infrastructure Whitepaper

Our latest whitepaper looks at the critical steps the government needs to do to continue the digital transformation of the UK, with recommendations from each of Kao Data’s senior management team.

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If your application is successful, Harlow Council will transfer the grant by BACS.  Bank details (account name, number and sort code) will need to be supplied with a summary of accounts. 

Funding conditions:  If your application is successful, your project must be delivered by 31 December 2026. You will have to return any grant funds if the project is not delivered or the organisation receiving the funding stops operating.

A contract agreement will need to be signed between your organisation and Harlow District Council before any funding is granted.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Grant recipients will be required to provide an end of project report to establish whether the project has met its aims and objectives, as well as to assess the overall impact on participants. Funding for the project is provided on the basis that the Project Evaluation form is returned within the agreed project timescale (no later than 31 January 2027).

Risks and Liabilities: In giving grants the ‘Harlow Council’ will require the supported project organisation or groups to accept all risks and liabilities associated with the activity being supported. This will be a condition of the grant.  Copies of relevant documents may need to be provided if the application has been approved.

Data protection statement – how we will use your information

The Council is committed to handling your personal information in line with the data processing principles.  The Data Protection Legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) sets the legal framework for how we collect, handle and process personal data and for your rights as a ‘data subject.’

General Data Protection Regulation:  Personal data provided by you will be processed in accordance with this protocol. For more details, please see https://www.harlow.gov.uk/privacy-notice

Thank you for taking the time to read these guidance notes. If you have any questions, please get in touch with [email protected].

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  1. Who can apply?
    The fund is open to not-for-profit community groups and grassroots initiatives based in Stockport.
     
  2. What types of projects are eligible?
    We encourage projects focused on environmental sustainability, community cohesion, and local economic development.
     
  3. How much funding is available?
    Grants range from £500 to £2,500 for pilot projects or to enhance existing initiatives.
     
  4. Is this the sole funding for this project?
    If not, please expand on the additional match funding that you currently have or are in the process of applying for.
     
  5. Are there any restrictions on grants under £500?
    Yes, please note that grants under £500 may be subject to different guidelines or restrictions, which will be communicated upon application.
     
  6. When will we know if our project was selected?
    Notifications will be sent by March 31, 2025.
     
  7. How can I apply for a grant?
    Applications can be submitted through our online portal, where you will find detailed guidelines and forms.
     
  8. What happens if my application is unsuccessful?
    If your application is not successful, we encourage you to seek feedback and consider reapplying in future funding rounds.
     
  9. When is the application deadline?
    Please check our website for the latest application deadlines and any upcoming funding rounds.