Resilient economy and security through ecosystem transitions grants

Funding

Up to £15,000,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This grant funds research into how changes in ecosystems affect the UK's resilience, security, and prosperity. It is co-funded by NERC and Defra. You can apply for up to £15,000,000. You must be based at an eligible UK organisation to apply.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

academic

Key requirements:

  • Must be based at an eligible UK organisation
Who is this for?

This grant is for researchers and organisations based in eligible UK institutions who study ecosystems and their impact on the economy and security. It is not for businesses or charities delivering services. You must be affiliated with a qualifying UK research organisation.

Regions

No published award history for Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

Apply for funding to improve our understanding of how ecosystem change affects resilience, security and prosperity as part of the NERC-Defra co-funded Resilient Economy and Security through Ecosystem Transitions programme.You must be based at an eligible UK organisation to apply.

How to apply

You must apply through an eligible UK organisation. Check the NERC website for application details and eligibility requirements. No deadline has been specified, so check for updates regularly.

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Last updated: 16 August 2026