The Countryside Enhancement Scheme (CES) is an environmental improvement scheme which offers financial incentives to support and reward initiatives designed to look after Jersey's countryside.
This year the CES will prioritise projects linked to invasive species, environmental interpretation and education, although all other projects will be considered.
Applying for funding
Your application must be submitted by 23 May 2019.
Projects
that focus on invasive
species control, pollinator protection or environmental education and interpretation will be given priority in 2019, although
all projects will be considered.
The scheme is open to anyone responsible for the management of land or coastal areas including:
- farmers
- growers
- land managers
- landowners
- businesses
- charities
- societies
- schools
- Government departments
Guidance notes provide full details about the CES, the application procedure and the rules that apply to participants.
Countryside Enhancement Scheme guidance notes
Countryside Enhancement Scheme application form
The Scheme's aims
The scheme has options designed to assist applicants in the delivery of environmental projects that:
- help maintain and improve the Island's unique and internationally significant rural character, landscape, habitats, flora and fauna
- enhances, conserves and protects Jersey's natural environment on a local scale
- implements Island-wide strategic environmental projects that will enhance biodiversity
- assists with the delivery of the Island's commitments to International Multilateral Environmental Agreements (MEAs) and local environmental objectives
For further information contact the CES Coordinator.
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