Near-natural Water Development and Strengthening the Regulatory Capacity of the Landscape Water Balance (RL GewEntw/LWH)
This program supports measures for near-natural water development and strengthening the regulatory capacity of the landscape water balance in Brandenburg. It enables the improvement of water resources and water management infrastructure, partly financed by the EAFRD and the GAK. Thus, it significantly contributes to the sustainable development of rural areas and the implementation of EU directives.
Who is funded: Target Groups and Geographic Reach
This funding program is aimed at water management associations, public bodies, and non-profit organizations in Brandenburg that wish to implement measures for near-natural water development and strengthening the landscape water balance. The goal is to improve water quality and management in accordance with European directives.
What is funded: Project Types and Eligible Measures
This program promotes a wide range of measures to improve the ecological condition of waters and to strengthen the landscape water balance in Brandenburg. These include conceptual preliminary work, measures for near-natural water development and water retention, as well as for optimizing water management.
Type and Scope of Funding
This program provides grants for projects in the area of water development and landscape water balance. The funding amount may vary depending on the funding source (EAFRD or GAK), with up to 100% of eligible costs and a maximum of 8 million Euros per project possible. The de minimis threshold is 2,500 Euros.
Conditions and Requirements
To receive funding, projects in Brandenburg must be consistent with EU water directives and undergo a technical preliminary review. Special conditions apply to EAFRD and GAK-funded projects, including compliance with publicity obligations and procurement regulations.
Application Procedure
The application procedure requires an obligatory technical preliminary review by the Regional Working Group, followed by the submission of a standardized application to the Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB). Applications for EAFRD funding are deadline-based, while GAK funding can be applied for on an ongoing basis.
Legal Basis
The funding program “Near-natural Water Development/Landscape Water Balance” in Brandenburg is based on a specific guideline from the Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Climate Protection. This guideline is supplemented by state budget regulations and EU regulations for rural development and structural funds to promote sustainable water management.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
8.000.000 €
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
31.12.2025
Award Channel:
Competitive Tender
Region:
Brandenburg (Germany)
Sectors:
Water and Waste Management, Environmental and Climate Protection, Agriculture and Agribusiness, Research and Development, Information and Communication Technology
Application Type:
Single Applicant
Funding Stages:
Planning, Feasibility Study, Implementation, Infrastructure
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Ministry of Agriculture, Environment and Climate Protection of the State of Brandenburg, European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD), Joint Task “Improvement of Agricultural Structure and Coastal Protection” (GAK)
Managed By:
Investitionsbank des Landes Brandenburg (ILB)
Additional Partners:
Regional Working Group (RAG), Water Management Office