PLENUM – nature conservation-oriented regional development
Integrative nature conservation concept of the state of Baden-Württemberg for the preservation and development of nature and the environment on a voluntary basis together with the population. Start-up funding for projects with positive nature conservation benefits in regional value chains, ongoing application possible.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Conservation and development of biological diversity and cultural landscapes in Baden-Württemberg through regional projects in the fields of agriculture, forestry, marketing, environmental education, tourism, and renewable energies. PLENUM relies on a bottom-up approach, in which citizens, land users, and regional stakeholders jointly develop sustainable usage forms and cycles.
Eligible expenses
- Machinery and technical equipment
- Marketing and promotional activities
- Biotope maintenance and species protection
- Environmental education measures
Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Individuals
- Non-profit Organizations
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Project area within a designated PLENUM region
- Proof of positive nature conservation impacts
- Bottom-up initiative by regional actors
Evaluation criteria
- Conservation benefits of the project
- Regional networking and participation
- Economic viability
- Voluntariness and bottom-up approach
Description
The PLENUM – nature conservation-oriented regional development of the state of Baden-Württemberg supports regional initiatives that protect and develop nature and cultural landscapes. In designated PLENUM areas, companies, private individuals, non-profit organizations, and public institutions can voluntarily submit projects that demonstrably achieve a positive nature conservation benefit. The goal is to preserve biological diversity through sustainable agriculture, forestry, marketing of regional products, environmental education, gentle tourism, as well as renewable energies. PLENUM relies on a bottom-up approach, in which citizens, land users, and regional stakeholders jointly shape nature-compatible usage forms and cycles, thereby strengthening jobs.
Eligible expenses include machinery and technical equipment, marketing and promotional measures, habitat management, species protection, and environmental education offerings. Evaluation criteria are the concrete nature conservation benefit, regional networking, economic viability, and the voluntary commitment of the project sponsors. Start-up funding supports all links in a value chain – from production to marketing. Thanks to ongoing application submissions, projects can be submitted at any time once conditions such as project location within a PLENUM area and proof of positive nature conservation effects are met. This integrative approach results in a sustainable strengthening of the regions and their ecosystems.
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