From solar energy and sustainable transport to emergency preparedness and local food systems, the fund is designed to foster bold ideas that helps transition the district toward a net-zero, climate-resilient future.
If you have a project that aims to reduce emissions and waste or boost the number of native plants across the district, you could be eligible for funding through one of NPDC's environmental funds.
Launched this year, applications are now open for the Community Climate Action Fund, which supports local projects that reduce emissions, build resilience, and empower people through education and innovation.
From solar energy and sustainable transport to emergency preparedness and local food systems, the fund is designed to foster bold ideas that helps transition the district toward a net-zero, climate-resilient future.
NPDC's Climate Change Response Lead, Greg Stephens says the new fund is about unlocking local solutions.
"We know our communities have the ideas to addressing climate change and often they just need a bit of funding to help those become a reality, which is where we can help."
The fund is part of Te Ringa Mohimohi Taiao - Community Environmental Funds, which also includes:
Established in 2022, the Zero Waste Fund has helped 23 projects, including the Stitch Up Society, which last year received funding to tackle textile waste by teaching repair, alteration, and upcycling skills.
That grant helped purchase equipment and run regular workshops for a wide range of participants and the group is a partner for NPDC Repair Café and the Taranaki Women's Refuge Pop-up, helping foster a culture of reuse and repair across the district.
Applications for the Climate Action and Zero Waste funds are open until 30 September, while the others are open throughout the year. Find more about all the Community Environmental Funds on our website.