Sports clubs that invest to reduce energy consumption can now apply for a new government grant and save money on electricity bills.

The scheme will be operated by the Energy and Water Agency in conjunction with Sports Malta, and will provide financial assistance to cover the entire costs if the investment does not exceed €20,000.

If sporting entities want to investment more, the grant will cover 90 per cent and reach up to €50,000.

Funds can be used to purchase and install new solar water heaters, heat pumps in the case of no roof, smart lighting, and upgraded appliances.

The €500,000 scheme is expected to help associations cut their electricity consumption by around 20 percent.

Addressing a press conference for the launch of the new fund, Engineer Charles Buttigieg said applications had opened on Monday and would be open until 6 June.

SportMalta CEO Mark Cutajar said that all associations registered with the authority could apply for the scheme.

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