Urban Sustainability Grants

Urban Sustainability Grants bring together two separate previous programs – the Dr Edward Hall Environment Grant and the Waste Reduction Grant programs – to offer an annual round of up to $55 000 for projects that:

increase resource recovery
reduce the volume and type of waste otherwise directed to landfill
promote or undertake initiatives to increase energy efficiency
actively address or promote air and water quality improvements
support the development of sustainable community food gardens and local biodiversity projects
support academic or community research into any of the above.

This program is available to schools, community groups and businesses, providing up to $15 000 in support of your activity.

Case studies of successful applications to the Dr Edward Hall Environment Grant Program

Apply for a grant

To apply for a grant you need to register with SmartyGrants. Visit SmartyGrants or click the 'Apply now' button from a grant below, and then click 'Log in'. From the page that is displayed you can register as a user with SmartyGrants and start your application. You can also preview the application form.