The Community Environment Fund aims to aim to deliver West Lindsey District Councils Environment and Sustainability Strategy. It supports activities such as energy efficiency, carbon reduction, biodiversity and nature recovery, tree planting, green spaces and climate engagement.
See the table below for more information on projects categories and activities supported:
| Project category | Examples of activities supported |
|---|---|
| Biodiversity and nature recovery | Wildflower planting, hedge planting, pond improvements, habitat creation, and pollinator schemes. |
| Climate engagement | Workshops, awareness campaigns, repair cafés, school engagement, and climate fair startups. |
| Energy efficiency and carbon reduction | LED lighting, draught proofing, insulation, heating controls, and feasibility studies for community buildings. |
| Green spaces | Community gardens, accessibility improvements, all weather paths, planters, and signage. |
| Tree planting | Community tree planting schemes, native species procurement, and woodland creation feasibility. |
As stated in the grant purpose section, projects activities need to align with one of the five project categories.
This grant can be used for:
This grant cannot be used for:
The following organisations can apply to this fund:
To be eligible for funding organisations must have:
