Enhancement of Lower Saxony's Natural and Landscape Cultural Heritage and Preservation and Increase of Biodiversity in Populated Areas (Landscape Values 2.0 Guideline)

This guideline targets a wide range of applicants, including municipalities, companies, associations, and foundations, who wish to implement projects for the enhancement of Lower Saxony's natural and landscape heritage and for the preservation of biodiversity. The funding is geographically focused on the state of Lower Saxony, with interregional cooperation also being possible.

The 'Landschaftswerte 2.0' funding program supports a variety of nature and environmental protection projects in Lower Saxony aimed at preserving and strengthening biodiversity. This includes measures for the creation and development of Green Infrastructures, for insect protection, and for the reduction of light pollution. Both conceptual and implementation-oriented projects at various stages of maturity can be funded.

The funding program offers non-repayable grants, the amount of which depends on the region category and the type of project. Minimum funding amounts are set, and financing can be based on a flat rate or actual costs, depending on the overall project size.

The funding is subject to specific conditions, ranging from the applicant's eligibility to project implementation and state aid regulations. Special attention must be paid to quality criteria and compliance with EU principles.

The application procedure for the 'Landschaftswerte 2.0' guideline is handled via the NBank customer portal. Applicants must observe deadlines and submit detailed documents, which are reviewed by expert authorities. The granting authority decides on the approval of the grant at its dutiful discretion within the framework of available budget funds.

The funding guideline 'Landschaftswerte 2.0' is based on a specific guideline from the Lower Saxony Ministry for Environment, Energy and Climate Protection, which is supplemented by various EU regulations and national budgetary provisions. These legal frameworks ensure the legitimacy and conformity of the funding with European and national law.