Oweninny Wind Farm Phase 2 Educational Scholarship Scheme - Closing Date
2026 Oweninny Wind Farm Educational Scholarship Scheme is now open for applications.
As part of the Oweninny Wind Farm Phase 2 Community Benefit Fund, Oweninny Power 2 DAC has created an Educational Scholarship Scheme (“the Scheme”) to support local students in accessing further education.
We want to ensure that people living in the vicinity of the Wind Farm benefit the most from the development, and recognise that the cost of educational studies and student life can be a barrier for potential students.
The 2026 Scholarship includes a monetary grant to the value of €2,500 for each year of study, up to a maximum of 4 years, for four students living in the vicinity (up to 12km) of Oweninny Wind Farm Phase 2, and may be used towards course fees, accommodation, tools, transport costs etc. Applicants who have already completed their first year of study are welcome to apply.
Each Scholarship application will be evaluated in accordance with the eligibility criteria outlined in the Scholarship Guidelines and Terms and Conditions.
- To view the full Scholarship Guidelines, please click here
- To view the full Scholarship Terms and Conditions, please click here.
- To view the Scholarship FAQ's, please click here.
The Oweninny Wind Farm Phase 2 Educational Scholarship Scheme will be funded directly from the renewable energy generated at Oweninny Wind Farm Phase 2 through its Community Benefit Fund.
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Applicants requiring help or support with their application can contact the Community Benefit Fund team via info@oweninnywindfarm.ie.
Phase 1 Community Benefit Fund
The Oweninny Phase 1 Community Benefit Fund Scheme is managed by Mayo County Council, who have established a representative Board of Directors and Evaluation Committee to oversee the Governance of the Fund. Both the board and the evaluation committee have representation from the local community.
Applications are sought annually from clubs, associations, and other groups whose work support community-based initiatives and improvement projects. Applications received are evaluated in line with Mayo County Council’s policy on community benefit contributions required for certain major developments.
For further detailed information email oweninnycbf@mayococo.ie or 094 9064136.