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The Innovation Fund has an emphasis on supporting ideas that are new and/or experimental solutions in the field of marine conservation. The innovation may be aimed at:

• addressing root causes of marine conservation threats and challenges in the UK
• preventing/reducing negative impacts on UK coastal and marine environments/species
• adding to the body of knowledge about marine conservation threats and ways to overcome them

The Fund welcomes applications for innovative approaches to all kinds of marine conservation challenges including Research, Direct Action, Specific Protection, and Education/Community Engagement. Applications will be judged against the following criteria:

• Degree of innovation and creativity
• Potential for impact on coastal and marine environment and/or specific
• Value for money
• Deliverability and sustainability

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Geographical areas funded: UK

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

UK based organisations including:

• companies, including CICs
• charities and trusts
• universities or students who are carrying out marine conservation related activities
• schools
• constituted community groups

When to apply

Apply now. The closing date for applications is midnight on 28th February 2025.​

Next deadline: 28 Feb 2025

How to apply

Complete the application form available on the Fund website and return via email.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Environment Research Science and technology Climate action

Beneficiaries funded: General public

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