Biodiversity funding support
Scotland’s communities are being given extra help to improve and enhance their natural environment with new funding for biodiversity projects. Up to £250,000 is being released by SNH over the next two years to deliver biodiversity conservation at a local level. “Healthy environments are vitally important for Scotland's future prosperity,” explained Susan Davies, SNH director of policy and advice, “so we’ve made funding available for biodiversity projects through efficiency savings and a re-targeting of priorities at SNH. Communities across Scotland will be able to take on-the-ground action to help local wildlife and biodiversity with this important fund.” Environment secretary Richard Lochhead said the community funding was an exciting development that would allow local people to make a real difference in their areas. “Our vision for Scotland is for a healthy, sustainable natural environment that supports our communities and helps us address the challenge of climate change. We can only do this if we act together to help protect the biodiversity that benefits society in so many ways. “We’re also thinking of the bigger picture as our natural environment has a key role to play in achieving sustainable economic growth in Scotland,” he added. “Our natural landscapes and iconic species are closely tied to our national identity and help attract tourists from across the world. A recent study of wildlife tourism showed more than a million trips are made and over £276 million is spent by people attracted by wildlife.”
In addition to releasing these funds, SNH have been working closely with two of the Lottery providers in Scotland. Both the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and BIG Lottery attended the recent Scottish Biodiversity Forum conference in Glasgow, providing support for potential applicants. Our ongoing partnership with these funders is vital in order to sustain and maintain our precious biodiversity. More information on HLF and BIG Lottery can be found at:
www.hlf.org.uk www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/scotland.htm
www.snh.gov.uk
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