Tasmanian communities have a fresh opportunity to tackle climate change head-on with the launch of the Community Climate Change Action Grant. This new initiative offers $350,000 in funding to support local projects aimed at addressing environmental challenges.
Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, champions this grants programme as a chance for Tasmanians to drive climate action from the grassroots level. “Some of the simplest and best ideas to address environmental issues locally come from the community, so these grants will help locals drive action in their own neighbourhoods,” Duigan said.
The grants, which range from $2,000 to $20,000, are available to a diverse range of applicants including local government bodies, community groups, and not-for-profit organisations. These funds are intended to support an array of climate change-related initiatives and projects across the state. Possible uses for the grants include community clean-up events, climate education programmes, energy efficiency upgrades, and efforts to enhance community resilience to climate impacts.
Duigan highlights that these local actions are pivotal in helping Tasmania meet its target of achieving net zero emissions by 2030. “Taking action on climate change at the grassroots level means our communities are playing an active role in Tasmania continuing to deliver on our target of net zero emissions, or lower, from 2030,” he said.
Landcare Tasmania, a key player in environmental conservation, is particularly excited about the new funding opportunities. CEO Peter Stronach expressed enthusiasm about how the grants will bolster ongoing projects. “As a community organisation, we have unique networks and reach within the local community and these sized grants make an important contribution to helping us engage with more Tasmanians,” Stronach remarked. He added, “We welcome any additional support from the Government that enables the community to play an active role and contribute to building greater resilience to climate change.”
The grants are set to fuel a broad spectrum of community-level actions aimed at improving climate change awareness, reducing emissions, and bolstering resilience. This initiative aligns with the 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, which aims to make Tasmania a premier place to live, work, and raise a family. By supporting local projects, the government hopes to tap into the collective power of communities to foster a more sustainable and resilient future.
Applications for the Community Climate Change Action Grants opened on 15 August and will close in mid-September.
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