Sustainable Development Fund

Farming in the Lake District National Park

Funds for 2008 - 2009 projects are now available

"Communities, individuals, businesses and organisations working together for a sustainable future for the Lake District."

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What is sustainable development?

Sustainable development is based on the idea that the quality of people's lives and the state of our communities, is affected by economic, social and environmental factors. The links between them influences our quality of life now and in the future.

What is the Lake District Sustainable Development Fund?

With help from Defra we have a grant scheme to support projects that combine economic, social and environmental benefits and have positive impact on future generations.

Projects that help support the Vision for the National Park, consider new ways of living and working that look after the Lake District National Park or projects that increase understanding and enjoyment of the Lake District’s special qualities are particularly suited to funding.

We are keen to support new and exciting ideas from individuals, businesses and community groups, in the public, private or voluntary sector. We're now accepting applications for 2008 - 2009.

How to apply

Please read our advice on our How to apply page where you can also download an application form.

How does the SDF link with climate change?

This year, in line with the Vision for the National Park and our Climate Change Action Plan, we want to encourage projects that recognise and address the effects of global warming and increasing energy consumption.

Climate change is directly linked to the increase of carbon in the atmosphere. Our actions in everyday life, from using electric and gas at home, to driving to work all have a direct impact. However we can all take steps to reduce our carbon footprint - check out our Toolkit for Sustainable Living. As an organisation, we aim to lessen our carbon emission by up to 100 per cent by 2012.

As an individual, what can I do?

The basic principles are reduce, re-use and recycle. You can also check out our Toolkit for Sustainable Living.

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