Get 50% funding for your ESG work

    ESG funding

    Facing requirements for VSME reporting, CO₂ overview or ESG documentation? The current grants can cover up to 50% of advisory and implementation costs, so you reach the finish line safely.

    Advisory for ESG documentation

    Get external advisory to build your ESG documentation – from data collection to a finished VSME report.

    Funding
    Up to 50%
    Max.
    DKK 150,000
    Next round opens
    3 June - 12 August 2026
    Examples
    • ESG report based on VSME
    • CO₂ accounting and data collection
    • Policies and documentation
    Read more at provider

    Advisory for circular solutions

    Funding for advisory and investment that turns your circular and sustainable ambitions into concrete solutions.

    Funding
    Up to 50%
    Max.
    DKK 150,000
    Next round opens
    3 June - 12 August 2026
    Examples
    • Circular business models
    • ESG and sustainability strategy
    • Reducing waste and resource use
    Read more at provider

    What is the ESG grant pool?

    The ESG grant pool is public funding that helps small and medium-sized businesses finance their work with sustainability and ESG documentation. You can get up to 50% in funding for external advisory and implementation - reaching the finish line faster without straining operations.

    The funds are administered through SMV:Digital, SMV:Sustainability and SMV:Pro - targeted at companies that need to deliver transparent ESG data to customers, banks and partners.

    Typical projects you can get funding for
    • VSME reporting - building ESG structure and a finished report
    • CO₂ accounting - data collection and climate footprint across scope 1, 2 and 3
    • Policies and governance - internal processes and KPIs
    • Communication and compliance - documentation for market and authorities
    How we help with the application
    • We help you draft and submit the application
    • We clarify which grant fits your situation
    • We connect you with a registered advisor
    HOW WE HELP

    We help you get the application across the line

    The application process can feel overwhelming. We guide you the whole way - from finding the right grant to drafting and submitting the application, so you can get started with the ESG work quickly.

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    Shall we find the right grant together?

    Book a free walkthrough. We'll review your options and tell you how to move forward.