Organisations currently engaged in peatland restoration can apply to a new Defra scheme for funding to help expand the capacity of the workforce. The Peatland Restoration Sector Capacity Grant Scheme will support a range of activities to remove barriers to peatland restoration by growing and developing the scope and size of the peatland restoration sector. The scheme has a total value of £1.15m.
Grants are available to expand the capacity of the local peatland restoration workforce through activities such as:
- providing apprenticeships and internships,
- improving relevant skills
- attracting new entrants
- attracting private investment
- improving collaboration eg. by sharing specialist equipment
In 2026 you can apply for two-year funding, with grants up to £20,000 per year; funding in subsequent years will be restricted to one-year grants up to £20,000.
Focus of fund/fund aims:
Grants to expand the capacity of the peatland restoration workforce
Application deadline:
23 July 2026