Strategic Nature Projects 2027 Grant
European Commission (EC) - LIFE
In context
This call is open to non-profits, registered charities and universities and 5 others. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: the European Union. The funder accepts early-stage applicants.
Strategic Nature Projects funds conservation, biodiversity protection, and nature-based solutions across Europe through the LIFE programme. The grant supports projects that advance environmental sustainability and climate resilience through strategic nature interventions.
About this grant
The LIFE programme funds projects that protect and restore natural habitats, safeguard species, and improve ecosystem management across Europe. Successful applications demonstrate how their work contributes to broader conservation goals and delivers measurable outcomes for biodiversity recovery or habitat protection. Non-profits, charities, local authorities, universities, research institutions, small and medium-sized enterprises, and social enterprises may apply. Organisations based in EU member states and wider Europe are eligible. Projects typically require matched funding from applicants or partners. The call closes on 4 March 2027.
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Key requirements
- ✓Projects must align with EU environmental and climate policy objectives
- ✓Strategic focus on nature-based solutions and biodiversity conservation
- ✓Eligible applicants typically include public bodies, NGOs, research institutions, and SMEs operating in EU member states
Frequently asked questions
- When is the Strategic Nature Projects deadline?
- Applications close 4 Mar 2027.
- Who can apply for Strategic Nature Projects?
- Eligibility covers organisations in EU; nonprofit, charity, university, research-institution, local-authority, sme, consultancy, engineering-contractor.
Relevant sectors
About this sector
Biodiversity funding backs habitat restoration, species protection, protected areas and nature-positive business. It comes from environment agencies, multilateral nature funds and conservation philanthropy, often through competitive calls with defined regions. Applicants are usually asked for baseline surveys, local partners and indicators that show ecological change.
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