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Local Environmental Projects

Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · Australia

The Local Environmental Projects program funds locally informed, place-based projects that protect and restore threatened species and habitats, enhance coasts and waterways, and improve community access to nature. It supports long-term environmental and social benefits through sustainable management and local engagement.

Funding

$20K – $10M

Deadline

30 June 2026

Duration

up to 2 years 7 months

Location

Australia

Who Can Apply

Must have an active Australian Business Number (ABN) Must be an organisation Must be invited to apply Application must be for a project listed in the grant opportunity guidelines
To be eligible you must have an Australian Business Number (ABN) and be an organisation that is invited to apply for a project listed in the grant opportunity guidelines.

What's Funded

Place-based environmental projects that protect and restore threatened species and habitats, enhance coasts and waterways, improve access to urban green and blue spaces, and involve local engagement and sustainable management.

Expected Outcomes

Projects are expected to deliver long-term environmental and social benefits, support nature-positive conservation, improve sustainable management of natural resources, and contribute to national and international biodiversity goals.

Key Information

Applicant Types

non_profitindigenous_organisationlocal_governmentother

Stage

any

Funding Purposes

sustainabilitycommunityother

Keywords

environmentconservationthreatened specieshabitat restorationcoastswaterwaysnatureurban green spaces

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Local Environmental Projects?

The Local Environmental Projects is a non-profit grant offered by Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water in Australia, providing $20K – $10M in funding. The Local Environmental Projects program funds locally informed, place-based projects that protect and restore threatened species and habitats, enhance coasts and waterways, and improve community access to nature. It supports long-term environmental and social benefits through sustainable management and local engagement.

How much funding does the Local Environmental Projects provide?

The Local Environmental Projects provides $20K – $10M in funding. The typical project duration is up to 2 years 7 months.

Who is eligible for the Local Environmental Projects?

Must have an active Australian Business Number (ABN) Must be an organisation Must be invited to apply Application must be for a project listed in the grant opportunity guidelines

When does the Local Environmental Projects close?

Applications close on 30 June 2026.

What activities are funded?

Place-based environmental projects that protect and restore threatened species and habitats, enhance coasts and waterways, improve access to urban green and blue spaces, and involve local engagement and sustainable management.

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