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Support for Nature & Biodiversity Projects
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The funder's LIFE Programme provides EU action grants for environment and climate projects, including demonstration, best practices, coordination, capacity building, and governance initiatives focused on sustainable energy, environmental protection, and biodiversity conservation. Eligible applicants include public and private organizations across EU member states and associated countries working on nature protection, habitat restoration, and biodiversity loss reversal.
SSbD bio-based solutions for home and/or personal care
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This grant funds full industrial-scale biorefinery projects producing Safe and Sustainable by Design bio-based solutions for home, personal care, and cosmetics sectors. Eligible projects must demonstrate TRL 8 production, integrate solutions into market-ready end-products, and reduce fossil-feedstock dependence while preventing water pollution and microplastics.
Diversification of nutritional food ingredient sources for increased EU resilience and strategic autonomy
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This EU grant funds full industrial-scale biorefinery projects producing nutritional food ingredients (proteins, lipids, carbohydrates, fibres) from alternative bio-based sources to strengthen EU food-sector resilience and reduce environmental impact. Eligible projects must demonstrate production at TRL 8, validate use in food products at TRL 6+, and address safety, consumer acceptance, and cost competitiveness.
Develop breakthrough and sustainable bio-based textile fibres
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This funder grant funds research and innovation projects developing sustainable, bio-based textile fibres from renewable biomass, including waste feedstock, with focus on scalable production, circularity, and lifecycle safety. Eligible applicants include research institutions, SMEs, and large companies working on man-made bio-based, semi-synthetic, or refined natural fibres.
SSbD bio-based polymers from alternative sources
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This funder grant funds research and innovation projects developing scalable, Safe and Sustainable by Design bio-based polymers from alternative feedstocks with circular end-of-life options. It targets consortia capable of advancing synthesis, purification, and multi-sector demonstration of novel bio-polymers up to EUR 6.5M.
Supporting industry in the switch to sustainable and circular bio-based products and processes
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This EU grant funds coordination and support activities helping industries transition from non-bio-based or traditional processes to sustainable, circular bio-based products and processes. It targets multi-stakeholder consortia that identify barriers, validate solutions, and publish sectoral roadmaps for the green transition.
Boosting biorefinery competitiveness through biotech
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This funder grant funds full industrial-scale biorefinery projects using biotechnology to produce sustainable bio-based chemicals, polymers, and other market-relevant products at TRL 8. Eligible applicants are companies and consortia demonstrating robust biomanufacturing routes with improved sustainability, circularity, and EU strategic autonomy.
Biotech routes for valorisation of residual biomass
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This funder Innovation Action grant funds biotechnology-based projects that convert residual biomass into high-value bio-based chemicals, polymers, materials, and enzymes through scalable biorefinery processes. Eligible applicants are organizations developing robust, circular biotech solutions that integrate pretreatment, separation, and purification while addressing environmental and resource efficiency concerns.
Bio-based additives as alternatives to unlock and increase recyclability and/or biodegradability
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This grant funds development of Safe and Sustainable by Design bio-based additives that improve circular end-of-life for materials and products, enabling recyclability or biodegradability for currently difficult-to-recycle materials. Eligible applicants are organizations (startups, SMEs, large companies, research institutions, consortia) demonstrating innovative synthesis at TRL 6+ with validated market-relevant technical performance across at least two sectors.
Multi-hazard approach and cumulative / cascading impacts
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This funder call funds development and validation of next-generation multi-hazard risk assessment and disaster-resilience systems that integrate cascading and cumulative effects across meteorological, geophysical, and technological hazards. Projects should improve early warning, forecasting, data interoperability, and decision-support tools for disaster risk management affecting societies, economies, and critical infrastructure.
Pacific Biodiversity and Sustainable Land-Seascapes (Pacific BioScapes) Programme
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This EUR 23.4M grant supports sustainable management and conservation of marine and coastal resources in Pacific Small Island Developing States, with focus on biodiversity protection and ecosystem-based climate adaptation. It targets organizations working on coastal and marine resource management, conservation, and climate resilience in Pacific SIDS and coastal countries.
NaturAfrica Project - Biodiversity Protection in the Protected Areas Complex of North-East CAR
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This grant funds biodiversity protection and habitat conservation in the protected areas complex of North-East Central African Republic, managed by the European Commission. It supports ecosystem preservation, ecological surveys, and site management to safeguard natural habitats and species in a critical African conservation zone.
NaturAfrica Project to Support Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development at Chinko and Eastern Central African Republic
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This grant funds biodiversity conservation, habitat restoration, and sustainable resource management in the Chinko Conservation Area and Eastern Central African Republic through a landscape-based approach. It supports ecological integrity, participatory governance, climate resilience, and land-use planning that balances natural habitat protection with community livelihood needs.
Coastal Eco-Resilience: Resilient and Climate-Adapted Coastal Communities
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This grant funds climate adaptation and environmental governance initiatives in coastal communities of Sucre state, Venezuela, focusing on building resilience to climate change and sustainable marine-coastal ecosystem management. It targets inclusive socioeconomic development through local capacity-building, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable resource use in three municipalities.
Intra-ACP Global Climate Change Alliance Plus (Part 2)
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This grant funds climate change adaptation and environmental policy initiatives across African, Caribbean, and Pacific nations through the Global Climate Change Alliance Plus framework. It targets regional and national governments, research institutions, and civil society organizations working on climate resilience, environmental management, and policy implementation in ACP countries.
Support Programme for the Preservation of Forest Ecosystems in West Africa (PAPFor)
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This EUR 17.1M European Commission grant supports forest ecosystem preservation, biodiversity protection, and climate change mitigation across West Africa through 2027. It funds environmental conservation, natural resource management, and site preservation initiatives aligned with the EU's 11th European Development Fund priorities.
LoCAL Climate Resilience Financing Mechanism in the Solomon Islands
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This grant funds a climate finance mechanism (LoCAL) that channels adaptation funding from central governments to local governments in the Solomon Islands, enabling climate-resilient infrastructure and nature-based solutions. It targets provincial and local authorities in a Small Island Developing State to build adaptive capacity, mainstream gender-responsive climate planning, and support biodiversity conservation.
Support for the Implementation of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement FLEGT (Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade) in the Central African Republic.
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This grant supports implementation of the EU's Voluntary Partnership Agreement on Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade (FLEGT) in the Central African Republic, focusing on environmental policy, forest protection, and sustainable governance. It funds a 4-year programme (2020–2024) with €6.6 million to strengthen forest law enforcement and combat illegal logging.
NaturAfrica: Integrated Management of the Forest Mosaic of the Tri-National Sangha in Cameroon and Central African Republic
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This EUR 12.4M grant funds integrated forest conservation and sustainable development across the Tri-National Sangha protected area complex spanning Cameroon, Central African Republic, and Congo. The programme supports biodiversity protection, anti-poaching efforts, ecosystem monitoring, socio-economic development (health, employment, micro-enterprises), and transboundary governance over 36 months.
Restoring effective management control in the Kidepo Game Reserve and associated catchment forests of South Sudan and improving the welfare of neighbouring communities
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This grant funds restoration of effective management control in the Kidepo Game Reserve and associated catchment forests in South Sudan, combined with community welfare improvements. It is part of the European Commission's NaturAfrica flagship initiative targeting Eastern African Rift Savannahs and watersheds.
Kiwa Initiative – Nature-based solutions for climate resilience
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The Kiwa Initiative mobilizes international coalitions and financial resources to accelerate funding for climate adaptation and biodiversity protection through nature-based solutions. It targets governments, multilateral institutions, and development organizations seeking to scale adaptation and conservation investments globally.
Modification (replacement and addition) of articles 6.4 and 6.5 of the Terms of Reference (ToRs)
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This EU grant funds biodiversity conservation and green economy development across four protected areas in Central African Republic, linking ecosystem protection with sustainable livelihoods for local communities. The programme addresses ecosystem degradation, climate change, rural poverty, and weak institutional capacity through integrated landscape management and nature-based economic activities.
NaturAfrica RCA Program - Biodiversity Protection
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This EUR 20M EU grant funds biodiversity protection and green economy development across four priority protected areas in Central African Republic (2021-2027), linking conservation with sustainable livelihoods for local communities. Eligible applicants include NGOs, research institutions, local authorities, and consortia working on ecosystem preservation, climate resilience, and socio-economic development in designated zones.
Capacity-Building Related to Multilateral Environmental Agreements in ACP Countries Phase 3
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This grant funds institutional and human capacity-building for ACP (African, Caribbean, Pacific) countries to implement Multilateral Environmental Agreements, with focus on biodiversity, biosphere protection, and environmental policy. Eligible applicants are organizations in ACP regions working on MEA implementation and environmental governance.
Pacific Initiative on Biodiversity, Climate Change and Resilience
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This EUR 13.9M initiative funds the formation of an international coalition to mobilize financial resources for climate adaptation and biodiversity protection in the Pacific region. It targets governments, multilateral institutions, and development organizations seeking to accelerate and simplify access to adaptation and conservation funding.
Phase II of PEUMP - Mitigating Threats to Key Marine Species
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This is a Phase II contract funding sustainable ocean governance, fisheries, coastal blue economy, and marine ecosystem resilience in the Western and Central Pacific region. It targets national and regional institutions to strengthen ocean management, climate adaptation, and professional capacity in ocean and biodiversity sectors.
Climate Change and Integrated Coastal Zone Management in Senegal (AMCC+)
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This EUR 5M grant funds climate resilience and integrated coastal zone management projects in Senegal, supporting concrete local-level measures to adapt coastal communities to climate impacts. Eligible applicants include NGOs, local authorities, research institutions, and consortia working on coastal adaptation and environmental policy implementation.
Pamoja Tuhifadhi Bahari Yetu Project - Together We Protect Our Ocean Project
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This grant funds institutional strengthening, research, monitoring, and community engagement to protect coastal and marine ecosystems and biodiversity conservation. It is targeted at organizations working on marine environmental protection and governance in partnership with the European Commission.
Costa Viva marine and coastal ecosystem conservation grant
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This grant funds marine and coastal ecosystem conservation and biodiversity management in Venezuelan coastal regions, with the goal of improving local quality of life through locally-adapted environmental governance models. It targets coastal communities and environmental organizations implementing integrated coastal zone management and marine resource protection.
Land Based Coral Culture for Restoration, Conservation and Education
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This grant funds the creation of a land-based coral sanctuary in Mauritius for restoration, conservation, and environmental education, with explicit focus on climate action, biodiversity, and youth empowerment. It is open to civil society organizations (CSOs) working in Mauritius and Seychelles under a European Commission call for proposals.
Promoting climate change actions through the restoration, development of ecotourism and participative activities in the Mondrain Reserve, Mauritius
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This grant funds the Mauritian Wildlife Foundation to implement climate adaptation and conservation actions in the Mondrain Reserve through habitat restoration, ecotourism development, and community engagement. The EUR 1.23M programme targets endemic plant conservation, grassroots climate awareness, and policy influence in Mauritius.
Shared Governance, Sustainable Securing of Protected Areas and Community Resilience in the PONASI Complex – Burkina Faso (PONASI-3)
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This EU-funded grant supports biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, and sustainable landscape management across transboundary protected areas in Africa, with a focus on shared governance, community resilience, and green economy development. Eligible applicants include conservation organizations, local authorities, research institutions, and community groups working in key African landscapes including the Congo Basin, West African forests, and Central African transhumance zones.
Euroclima Caribbean
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EuroClima Caribbean is a EUR 35M EU initiative funding climate and environmental policy dialogue and capacity-building between the European Commission and Caribbean partner countries, primarily through engagement with national Environment and Climate Change ministries. The programme supports climate action and environmental governance in the Caribbean region through policy exchange and institutional strengthening.
LoCAL Climate Resilience Financing Mechanism in the Solomon Islands
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This grant funds a climate finance mechanism (LoCAL) that channels European Commission resources through central governments to local governments in the Solomon Islands, enabling climate adaptation and resilience projects at the community level. It targets provincial and local governments in a Small Island Developing State to address climate vulnerabilities including sea-level rise, food security, water stress, and biodiversity loss through mainstreamed, gender-responsive climate planning.
NaturAfrica Action Grants for TFCAs in the SADC Region
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The NaturAfrica Action Grants fund conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of protected areas and ecosystems across Southern African transboundary landscapes to combat biodiversity loss while generating green jobs and livelihoods. Eligible applicants can secure funding to protect habitats, enhance ecosystem services, and support sustainable landscape development in SADC member states.
FAMINDRA - Faritra Arovana Mirindra - Protected Areas Managed Harmoniously
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FAMINDRA is a EUR 50.3M EU-funded initiative to improve sustainable and inclusive management of terrestrial and marine protected areas in Madagascar, enhancing ecosystem services and rural development outcomes. The programme supports biodiversity conservation, natural resource management, and environmental sustainability aligned with the EU's Green Gateway commitment.
Forest4life Paraguay
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This EUR 12M European Commission grant funds forest preservation, restoration, and sustainable management in Paraguay, targeting deforestation reduction, wildfire prevention, and biodiversity conservation across three selected areas. Eligible applicants include government institutions, businesses, civil society, and local communities working on ecosystem restoration and stakeholder engagement.
Support to the implementation of the Paris Agreement and Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs)
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This grant funds a technical assistance facility providing high-level policy advice and support to countries for updating and implementing their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement. It targets partner countries at national, regional, and global levels via EU Delegations to advance climate mitigation and adaptation commitments.
Euroclima Lac
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EUROCLIMA Lac is a regional climate change programme providing EUR 70 million to strengthen climate resilience and biodiversity protection across Latin America and the Caribbean. The grant supports projects that build adaptive capacity and environmental sustainability in the region.