Funding Guideline Special Initiatives (RL BesIn/2021)

Last updated: 14.6.2025
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The Funding Guideline Special Initiatives (RL BesIn/2021) of the Free State of Saxony supports projects and activities of particular interest in agriculture, forestry, aquaculture, fisheries, and environmental, nature, climate, and energy sectors. The program closes unintended funding gaps and contributes to sustainable development and civic engagement. It offers grants for measures that could not be realized without this support and promotes both individual projects and ongoing association work.

Who is Funded: Target Groups and Scope of RL BesIn/2021

The Funding Guideline Special Initiatives (RL BesIn/2021) addresses natural and legal persons under public and private law in the Free State of Saxony who wish to initiate projects for sustainable development in the fields of agriculture and forestry, aquaculture and fisheries, as well as environment, nature, climate, and energy. The funding aims to strengthen dynamic, knowledge-based, and sustainable economic development in Saxony and support civic engagement.

What is Funded: Thematic Focus Areas and Eligible Expenditures

The RL BesIn/2021 supports projects and ongoing activities that have a particular technical relevance to the tasks of the Saxon State Ministry for Energy, Climate Protection, Environment and Agriculture. The funding focuses on a wide range of topics, from biodiversity to circular economy, and clearly defines which costs are recognized as eligible for funding.

Type and Scope of Funding: Grants and Funding Amounts

The RL BesIn/2021 provides financial support in the form of grants for projects and institutional funding. The funding amount can vary depending on the type of project and the coverage of expenses, with specific minimum and maximum amounts defined to ensure a targeted and efficient distribution of funds.

Conditions and Requirements: Participation Prerequisites and State Aid Rules

To receive funding under RL BesIn/2021, applicants must meet various legal and substantive conditions concerning both the availability of project results to the Free State of Saxony and compliance with European state aid rules. It is important to avoid double funding and adhere to certain budgetary regulations.

Application Procedure: Process, Selection and Required Documents

The application procedure for the Funding Guideline Special Initiatives (RL BesIn/2021) differs depending on the funding subject: projects are processed via public calls with deadlines, while applications for ongoing activities of associations can be submitted at any time. The selection of projects is at the discretion of the approving authority, with the technical interest of the State Ministry being of great importance.

The Funding Guideline Special Initiatives (RL BesIn/2021) is anchored in a comprehensive legal framework that ensures its legitimacy and compliance with European and state-specific regulations. It is based on the Saxon Budget Code and the associated administrative regulations, supplemented by various EU state aid rules.

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Funding Overview

Funding Status

Funding Status:

Open

Maximum Amount

Maximum Amount:

300,000 €

Deadline

Deadline:

always open

Award Channel

Award Channel:

Framework Programme Call

Region

Region:

Saxony (Germany)

Sectors

Sectors:

Agriculture and Agribusiness, Renewable Energy, Water and Waste Management, Environmental and Climate Protection, Other

Beneficiaries

Beneficiaries:

Agriculture and forestry, aquaculture and fisheries, environmental, nature and climate protection, energy

Application Type

Application Type:

Single Applicant

Funding Stages

Funding Stages:

Implementation, Service Delivery

Funding Provider

Program Level:

Regional

Funding Body:

Saxon State Ministry for Energy, Climate Protection, Environment and Agriculture (SMEKUL)

Managed By:

Saxon State Office for Environment, Agriculture and Geology (LfULG)

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