Sheffield City Council
Join Sheffield City Council in cutting emissions and tackling climate change
Sheffield City Council has launched an exciting new way for people and businesses to take direct action on climate change — by investing in Sheffield’s future through the Sheffield Climate Investment. This investment gives residents the opportunity to invest as little as £5 in projects that make Sheffield greener and more resilient, letting you play an active role in shaping a more sustainable city.
This investment brings together communities, businesses, and the council to raise funds for local projects that tackle climate change — from renewable energy installations to improving energy efficiency in homes and public buildings.
We have said before that tackling climate change in Sheffield isn’t something the Council can do alone. We need to involve not only the business community, but each and every person who calls this fantastic city home. The launch of the Sheffield Climate Investment shows that we really are in this together and, by working together, we can make a real difference.
Get involved in Sheffield Climate Investment
Learn moreDoubling local investor impact
Esmée Fairbairn Foundation, one of the UK’s leading social and impact investors, is boosting the impact of local support for council green investments on Abundance. For every pound invested by local residents, Esmée will invest alongside, matching 100% of the investment – helping accelerate progress on the climate projects that matter most in your community.
A simple way to make direct green investments
Our council green investments are a simple way to invest in a greener future, with a range of features that can help them fit into your financial plans.
Online account
Sign up online for a free account. Open to UK residents 18+.
Invest from £5
A low minimum investment, so it’s open to everyone.
Low risk
There is no record of a council defaulting on its debts. Learn more.
Regular interest
Receive interest back every 6 months, to withdraw, or reinvest.
Tax free investing
Choose to invest through an IF ISA and pay no tax on your interest.
No fees
There are no fees for investing. None at all.
Investment history
| Investment | Interest | Term | Amount raised | Close date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheffield Climate Investment 1 | 4.1% p.a. | 5 years | £1m (target) | 1 March 2026 |
More about council investments
Why invest
To make a difference on climate change we need a green transformation across our entire society. Our council green investments are a unique way for anyone to support essential local climate action.
Look after your financial future
Our council green investments offer a valuable low risk, stable and flexible option that can help support your financial plans - whether you are growing your nest egg or want to generate an income.
Know what your money is funding
Our council green investments comply with the Green Loan Principles, which means that investors know exactly what green projects your money is being used to fund, and receive regular updates across the investment term.
Risks of investing
Rising costs, increasing demand for services, and cuts in central government funding have all put council budgets under strain. But investing in councils remains low risk due to the way they are regulated.