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Applications are open for the Veolia Environmental Trust Habitat and Biodiversity Grant Scheme 2026. Click here ere to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Habitat & Biodiversity Grant Scheme in the UK is a funding program that supports projects aimed at protecting natural habitats, enhancing biodiversity, and promoting carbon-neutral practices. It emphasizes community engagement, inclusivity, and sustainability, ensuring that both wildlife and local communities benefit.
Grant range: £10,000 – £75,000.
Eligible costs include:
Habitat improvement (e.g., planting native species, wetland restoration)
Biodiversity enhancements (e.g., species monitoring, habitat creation)
Volunteer/staff management
Equipment for conservation activities
Land purchase (legal fees only)
Open to non-profits, charities, community groups, local authorities, and publicly funded environmental bodies.
Applicants must show a track record in habitat restoration or biodiversity initiatives.
Projects must:
Start within 4 months of funding
Be completed within 12 months
Deliver tangible biodiversity and community benefits
Prepare Your Proposal:
Describe the project objectives, biodiversity impact, and sustainability measures
Detail community engagement plans and inclusivity strategies
Include a budget outlining eligible costs
Submit Application:
Follow the funder’s official submission guidelines
Ensure all supporting documents are included (e.g., organizational information, maps, volunteer plans)
Funding Decision and Project Start:
Approved projects must start within four months
Complete implementation within 12 months
Project Monitoring and Reporting:
Track biodiversity improvements and community involvement
Provide regular updates or reports as required by the funding body
Apply for The Veolia Environmental Trust Habitat and Biodiversity Grant Scheme
