Projects for Nature is a platform connecting businesses and donors with screened nature recovery projects in England. The platform brings together private investment from corporate donations to support the government's ambitious goals for nature recovery.
Why Projects for Nature exists
Over the last century, nature in the UK has declined dramatically. The UK is now one of the most nature-depleted countries on Earth. The government has set a goal to raise over £500 million per year in private investment for nature's recovery by 2027, rising to over £1 billion by 2030.
Corporate donations have the potential to play a key role alongside public funding. Projects for Nature makes it easy for businesses to invest in nature recovery projects more effectively, with confidence that their funding is going to screened, high-quality projects.
What makes Projects for Nature different
Projects for Nature stands apart from other funding platforms in two key ways:
First, all nature recovery projects on the platform have been screened and selected by Defra, Natural England, and the Environment Agency. These projects align with national and local priorities for nature recovery, supporting outcomes like species recovery, habitat restoration, and improving access to nature.
Second, businesses on the platform are screened against criteria to protect against greenwashing. Participating businesses must demonstrate they are committed to addressing their climate and nature impact before gaining access to the platform.