The Latest Environment Grants

Looking for environment grants? You've come to the right place.

From clean energy and climate action to conservation and natural disaster resilience, Australia's environment sector is supported by a growing range of funding opportunities. Whether you're a First Nations organisation seeking support for clean energy participation, a sporting club looking to reduce your carbon footprint, or a researcher dedicated to protecting native orchid species, there are grants available to help you make a lasting environmental difference.

Below are current grant opportunities supporting environmental initiatives across Australia. These represent just a small selection of the hundreds of environment grants currently available through The Grants Hub's Grants Directory.

Current Environment Grant Opportunities

Game On: Teaming Up for Climate Action

Provider: Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Amount: $25,000 – $100,000
Applications open: 11 June 2026
Applications close: 8 July 2026
Location: National

Supports community sports clubs to upgrade their facilities to be more climate resilient and energy efficient, with up to $35.262 million available across the program over three years.

Eligible activities include:

• Energy efficiency upgrades across facilities, equipment and buildings (e.g. solar PV with battery storage, LED lighting, HVAC improvements)
• Climate resilience activities including risk assessment, water and energy management, resilient infrastructure and sustainable transport
• Communication and education through media and promotional materials to engage members and communities

Eligibility highlights:

• Open to sporting clubs, government bodies and educational institutions
• Project must improve energy efficiency and/or climate resilience of a community sports club facility in Australia
• Minimum $25,000 in eligible expenditure
• No co-contribution required
• Must be completed by 30 March 2028

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First Nations Clean Energy Advice Grants

Provider: Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Amount: Unspecified
Applications close: 3 September 2026
Location: National

Supports First Nations communities to actively participate in clean energy development, with a focus on building skills, accessing expert advice and making informed decisions about clean energy projects in their communities.

Program objectives:

• Build clean energy project skills and knowledge
• Access technical and professional support
• Make informed decisions through the principles of Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC)

Eligible applicants include:

• First Nations organisations or groups with an ABN
• Entities incorporated in Australia, including Indigenous land management organisations
• Registered land councils representing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Organisations holding native title, land rights or Traditional Owner agreements
• Groups without an ABN may apply through an auspicing arrangement

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DRIVEN – Charger Grant Stream

Provider: Australian Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
Amount: Up to $8,000,000
Applications close: 28 August 2026
Location: National

Funds the installation of new public fast EV charging stations at automotive dealership and EV repairer premises, helping to grow Australia's public fast charger network — particularly in regional areas.

Focus areas:

• Delivering charging stations at automotive dealership and EV repairer premises
• Encouraging EV charging infrastructure in regional Australia
• Facilitating partnerships between dealerships or EV repairers and Charge Point Operators

Key project requirements:

• Must have an ABN and be incorporated in Australia
• Project must include at least one Combined Charging System (CCS) Type 2 plug per charging bay
• Minimum of 25 charging bays required across the project
• Sites must be located in metro, regional or journey enablement areas as identified in the EVCI Mapping Tool

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NAB Foundation Community Grants

Provider: NAB Foundation
Amount: Up to $25,000
Applications open: 17 August 2026
Applications close: 14 September 2026
Location: National

Funds community-led projects that help communities withstand and recover from natural disasters. NAB awards $1.2 million in Community Grants annually, with an additional $200,000 available through Impact Grants for projects with exceptional potential.

Funded project categories:

• Training and planning: educational workshops and strategic planning to help communities prepare for natural disasters
• Community recovery: programs to enhance resilience and wellbeing post-disaster
• Environment and wildlife: restoration of damaged vegetation and habitat, and rehabilitation of injured wildlife
• Equipment and infrastructure: tools and infrastructure improvements to help communities withstand or recover from natural disasters

Eligibility highlights:

• Open to ACNC-registered charities, social enterprises, organisations with an ABN and a charitable purpose, and local government or government-funded facilities
• DGR status is not required
• Priority given to organisations with an income of $3 million or less and less than 40% government funding

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Australian Orchid Foundation Project & Research Grants

Provider: Australian Orchid Foundation
Amount: Unspecified
Applications close: 30 July 2026 | 30 September 2026 | 30 January 2027
Location: National

Funds a variety of projects related to orchid research, conservation and education in Australasia, supporting individuals, community groups and educational institutions working to protect and promote these remarkable native species.

Eligible projects:

• Research into orchids in their natural habitat and management practices to protect them
• Studies of wild orchid populations, including biology, distribution, conservation and taxonomy
• Cultivation and propagation of orchids
• Public education about orchids and related sciences
• Education programs for young people
• Publications related to orchid research and conservation

Work must be performed in Australia and/or relate to orchids in Australasia.

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RELX Environmental Challenge

Provider: RELX
Amount: $75,000
Applications close: 12 July 2026
Location: National and International

Awards two prizes of $75,000 each to projects that best demonstrate innovative, practical solutions for clean water or sanitation access, and ocean health. Now in its 15th year, the Challenge is open to individuals and organisations across both the not-for-profit and for-profit sectors.

Two award categories:

• Clean Water or Sanitation: Projects must advance sustainable access to safe water where it is at risk and/or improve access to sanitation
• Ocean Innovation: Projects must support ocean health, marine ecosystems, or ocean-based solutions that contribute to environmental sustainability and resilience

Assessment criteria:

• Replicable, scalable and sustainable
• Sets a benchmark for innovation
• Demonstrates clear practical applicability
• Addresses non-discrimination and equity of access
• Involves and positively impacts a range of stakeholders
• Shows strong local or community-level engagement

Applicants must be 21 years of age or older and may enter as individuals, teams, or on behalf of an organisation. Early stage projects are preferred. Winners also receive one year of free access to the ScienceDirect Environmental Sciences database.

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Grant Writing Tips for Success

1. Quantify Your Environmental Impact

Funders want to see measurable outcomes, not just intentions. Wherever possible, include specific targets — such as the number of tonnes of emissions to be reduced, hectares of habitat to be restored, or kilowatt-hours of energy to be saved. Concrete numbers make your application stand out and demonstrate clear accountability.

2. Align with the Funder's Environmental Priorities

Each grant program has specific environmental themes — from clean energy and climate resilience to biodiversity and natural disaster preparedness. Read the guidelines carefully and tailor your language to reflect the funder's own stated priorities. Using their terminology shows you understand their mission.

3. Demonstrate Community or Sector Benefit

Environmental grants rarely fund projects in isolation — funders want to see how your project benefits people as well as the planet. Whether it's improving community resilience, supporting First Nations self-determination in clean energy, or educating the next generation of environmental stewards, make the human impact clear.

4. Show Evidence of Need

Support your application with relevant data, local research, or sector reports that demonstrate why this project is necessary now. Evidence of environmental degradation, rising energy costs, or community vulnerability to climate impacts all help build a compelling case.

5. Present a Realistic and Detailed Budget

Ensure your budget clearly reflects the true cost of delivering your project, including any co-contributions or in-kind support. Environmental projects often involve equipment, specialist expertise or site works — itemise these clearly and show you've sought realistic quotes.

6. Plan for Sustainability and Replication

Funders want to know that their investment will have lasting impact. Outline how your project's outcomes or infrastructure will continue to benefit the environment beyond the grant period, and whether your model could be adapted or scaled for use in other locations or contexts.

Finding More Opportunities

Environment grants in Australia span a wide range of themes — from large-scale clean energy infrastructure to grassroots conservation projects. Our Grants Directory contains hundreds of current opportunities across environmental focus areas, updated daily with new programs and rounds.

When searching for grants, consider looking beyond general environment funding to include:

• Clean energy and renewable technology grants
• Climate resilience and natural disaster preparedness funding
• Biodiversity and wildlife conservation programs
• First Nations-led environmental initiatives
• Sustainability and waste reduction grants
• Agriculture and land management funding
• Coastal and waterway restoration programs
• Environmental research and citizen science grants

Ready to Get Started?

Visit The Grants Hub today to access our complete Grants Directory and take your environmental initiatives to the next level. Our directory is updated daily with new opportunities, and you can filter by location, sector, funding amount, and application deadlines to find the perfect match for your project.

Whether you're installing clean energy infrastructure, restoring native habitat, building community resilience to climate change, or conducting vital conservation research, there are funding options available to support your goals. The key is knowing where to look and how to present your case effectively.

Need help with your application? Consider working with a professional grant writer through our Find a Grant Writer service, or explore our Grant Resources for tips, templates, and guidance on creating compelling applications.