Grants are now available for community projects that improve information and knowledge about climate change, reduce emissions and build resilience.

Grants of between $2,000 and $20,000 are available for Tasmanian-based projects that:

• improve information and knowledge about climate change
• reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support the transition to a low-emissions economy
• build resilience in our communities and local environment to the impacts of a changing climate.

There is a total of $350,000 available.

Example projects:

• community gardens cultivating shared produce
• community clean-up events
• citizen science monitoring programs
• community education programs and workshops
• restoration of local native ecosystems
• projects to empower children and young people to respond to climate change
• projects to improve the resilience of vulnerable community assets
• energy efficiency initiatives
• upcycling, re-use and re-purpose projects
• community-focused active transport
• purchase, installation or upgrades of renewable energy systems in community facilities.

Eligibility:

The following organisations with an existing or ongoing presence in Tasmania can apply:

• not-for-profit organisations
• Australian charities
• incorporated associations
• local government authorities
• recognised natural resource management bodies
• recognised industry peak bodies or organisations
• research institutions
• tertiary education institutions

Joint applications are also welcome. You cannot apply for the grant as an individual, but you can partner with an eligible organisation to deliver a project.

• Phone: 03 6166 4466
• Email: climatechange@recfit.tas.gov.au