To deliver a new set of fine-scale climate projections for Tasmania and associated interpretive communications materials that will provide information to a range of users about the future climate of Tasmania.

This grant program will support Tasmanians to better understand Tasmania's future climate and make informed decisions through the delivery of new fine-scale climate projections data, based on the latest global climate models, and a series of associated interpretive materials.

The objectives of the program are:

• Production of fine-scale resolution climate projections data for Tasmania, in line with the specifications in this guideline (Appendix 1: Technical specifications).
• Communication of the projected climate impacts for Tasmania through a range of tailored interpretive and communication tools designed to enable non-expert stakeholders to understand and apply the new climate projections.

To be eligible for a grant your entity must:

• Be registered for tax purposes in Australia, with a continuously active Australian Business Number (ABN) on or before 8 April 2024.

Exceptions may be considered, for example:

• you have purchased a business that was actively trading for at least 12 months before 8 April 2024.
• you have changed your business structure which has resulted in a new active ABN issued after 8April 2024, but the business has been in operation for at least 12 months at the time of applying for the grant.

Note: you will be required to show relevant evidence to support your application.

• Be registered for GST.
• Be able to provide your most recent financial statements.
• Be willing, and legally and technically able, to offer the data and interpretive materials funded through this grant freely to the public in perpetuity. The applicant will retain all intellectual property rights and interests.
• Supply readable copies of all information and documentation requested in the grant application form.

They may ask you to provide additional information or documentation to support your eligibility claims, either as part of the application process or after you have submitted your application.

They may use a third-party to check the authenticity of the information you provide.

• Email: climatechange@recfit.tas.gov.au