Local Environmental Projects

# Local Environmental Projects Grant The **Local Environmental Projects** program, funded by the **Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water**, is a significant **Australian government grant** initiative running from 2025–26 to 2027–28. With **$55.5 million in total available funding**, this program supports **nature-positive conservation** and **sustainable management** of **Australia’s natural resources**. 🌍 **What the Grant is For:** This grant funds **locally informed, place-based environmental projects** across Australia. Key focus areas include: * **Protecting and restoring threatened species and habitats**. * **Enhancing coasts and waterways**. * **Improving community access to nature**, particularly in **urban green and blue spaces**. Projects must demonstrate **long-term environmental and social benefits** through **sustainable management** and **local engagement**. The program aligns with national goals under the **EPBC Act**, **Australia’s Strategy for Nature 2024–2030**, and international commitments under the **Convention on Biological Diversity**. **First Nations engagement**, including sharing **ecological knowledge**, is highly encouraged, as is supporting **women’s workforce participation** in environmental fields. ✅ **Eligibility & Selection:** This is a **closed non-competitive grant opportunity**. To be eligible, applicants must: * Possess an **Australian Business Number (ABN)**. * Be an **organization that is invited to apply** for a project specifically listed in the grant opportunity guidelines. 📝 **Application Process:** **Eligible applicants will be contacted directly** by the Department. General inquiries for **grant assistance** and **business advice** can be directed to business.gov.au via phone (13 28 46), email, or web chat. **Keywords:** Australia, environmental grant, conservation, natural resources, biodiversity, threatened species, habitat restoration, coastal protection, waterway enhancement, urban greening, blue spaces, climate change, sustainable management, First Nations, ecological knowledge, women in environment, environmental projects, federal funding, EPBC Act, business grant.