Administered by the Norfolk Water Strategy Programme, and funded by Anglian Water, the NbS Discovery Fund aims to support the development of nature-based solutions (NbS) projects that address water challenges in the river catchments of Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire:
- North West Norfolk
- North Norfolk
- Wensum
- Bure
- Wissey
- Yare
- Little Ouse & Thet
- Waveney
- Lark
- Cam Lower
- Cam Rhee & Granta
Grants awarded through the NbS Discovery Fund can contribute towards the matched funding required by Anglian Water’s Catchment Regeneration Fund, creating a clear pathway from project development through to delivery.
The funding can be used to facilitate project development activity such as landowner engagement, surveys, designs, consents, monitoring and staff time required to bring an NbS project to a shovel-ready stage and maximise benefits for water security and wider environmental outcomes.
To apply for funding of up to £24,000, please email nwsp@wre.org.uk to receive the application form.
For further information on eligibility criteria and application process, please see our guidance.