Berlin Program for Sustainable Development (BENE 2) – Funding Priority 4: Adaptation to Climate Change

The Berlin Program for Sustainable Development (BENE 2) – Funding Priority 4 continuously supports projects in the Berlin region that are dedicated to climate change adaptation and strengthening urban resilience. Public-law institutions, municipal administrations, companies, as well as non-profit organizations can apply for grants for measures in the areas of climate protection, environmental and nature conservation, energy efficiency & renewable energies, smart cities & regions, urban development & urban renewal, infrastructure, and digitalization. A prerequisite is the location of the project in Berlin and a clear focus on climate adaptation. The regularly available funding guidelines provide information on the requirements and necessary documents, including the Funding Guideline for Priority 4 and the proof of use form.

The grant purposefully supports innovative concepts and practice-oriented approaches to reduce climate-related risks in urban areas and to advance sustainable urban and regional development. Ongoing submissions allow flexible project planning without strict deadlines. Through close support from the program management of the Senate Department for the Environment, Mobility, Consumer Protection, and Climate as well as B.&S.U. Consulting and Service Company Environment mbH, applicants benefit from professional expertise in European environmental and structural policy. The funding makes an important contribution to designing urban infrastructures to be climate-resilient, realizing innovative neighborhood concepts, and securing sustainable quality of life in Berlin in the long term.