Other Funding
As outlined in the Nature Networks Framework, Nature Networks require sustained and long-term funding that is accessible at all stages of delivery. This page highlights some of the available sources of funding that can be used to contribute to work on nature networks. More generally, natural capital and nature-based finance approaches are being developed with the view to harness responsible private investment for restoration. Relevant opportunities will be added as they emerge.
Covering Framework Delivery Principles:
- Data, mapping, & monitoring
- Finance & resourcing
- Governance & decision making
- Knowledge & skills
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting
- Participation, engagement, & communication
- Policy & Mainstreaming
- Project Development
- Project Implementation
- Spatial Mapping
National Lottery
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3 Items- Funding is available for heritage projects dedicated to improving habitats or conserving species, as well as helping people to connect to nature in their daily lives. Including large-scale rural projects that help improve landscapes for people and nature by restoring habitats and celebrating the cultural traditions of the land.
- New support announced by the National Lottery Heritage Fund for local authorities and community organisations to improve access to green space within our urban neighbourhoods. Read how £15million has been pledged to help put nature at the heart of our towns and cities
- The National Lottery Heritage Fund's £150million strategic initiative, Landscape Connections, will support long-term projects to boost nature recovery and connect more people to our most treasured landscapes. Find out more about funding to enhance and protect the UK’s world-class landscapes
Renewable Energy
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3 Items- The Sustainable Development Fund supports strategic projects in the regions where SSE Renewables is operating. It allows the benefits of renewable energy developments to be accessible to a wider area and is directed to projects that can achieve significant impact. The fund has different opening times for different areas, please see the website for information.
- This £10 million community fund is open to projects that support residents in the community council areas which host SSE Renewables hydro assets.
- Community benefits are a renewable industry led voluntary initiative to support communities – often in the form of funds. They offer an opportunity for communities to work with renewable energy businesses for the long-term benefit of the community. Local Authorities also manage funds for community benefits which are derived from payments made by developers. More information can be found on Local Authority websites.
Charity/ Other
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5 Items- This page signposts a number of funding opportunities with a focus on community funds of various sizes.
- TCV produce a regular Funding Newsletter, aimed at community level projects. Some of this funding may facilitate project delivery at a local to regional scale.
- Aimed at larger projects (greater than 40ha) this fund aims to remove barriers to rewilding across Britain. Whether your site or project is in the early planning stages or looking to try out a new approach, you can apply.
- A major fund of up to £100,000 per year, awarded by Rewilding Britain to the project which shows the maximum potential to work with others to scale up rewilding on land and/or at sea. For sites of 1000ha+.
- Scottish Rural Network has teamed up with SCVO’s Funding Scotland to provide a free local, online funding search for your charity, community group or social enterprise. From small grants to funding for big capital projects, we can help you track down the funding you need to make a difference in your community.
Local Government
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1 Item- Participatory budgeting (PB) is a democratic process in which citizens decide directly how to spend part of a public budget. At least 1% of local authority budgets should be allocated via the PB process.
Crown Estate
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1 Item- Grants for eligible grass-roots projects. The fund comprises of two separate grant programmes: Environment Grants of £5,000 to £20,000 which are available to Crown Estate Scotland tenants Community Capacity Grants of £20,000 to £50,000, available to support early-stage development of community enterprise projects.
Climate
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1 Item- The Highlands & Islands Climate Hub is delighted to offer its members small grants for new community organisations or to launch a new climate action project. The Fund is available to existing and emerging community groups who are members of the Highlands and Islands Climate Hub. Grants up to £1000.
Nature Finance/ Investment
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3 Items- The Nature Investment Partnership (NIP) was established to test new and innovative approaches to nature finance. The NIP works directly with those working across Scottish natural capital – both on ‘sell’ side (project developers, farmers, estates and community groups) and ‘buy’ side (companies and investors) – to drive investment within Scottish natural capital markets.
- Connecting businesses and funders with nature projects to unlock Scotland's natural wealth.
- This guidance has been written to help managers of rural land in Scotland consider the opportunity of new sources of private finance for the stewardship of land, water and nature.
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