The ORC’s Environmental Data Portal is experiencing high traffic volumes affecting its effectiveness at present. The site is being worked on at present and people are asked to be patient. Please be considerate in using this tool, some people require access to the EDP for important decision-making today.
Environmental Data PortalThe ORC’s Environmental Data Portal is experiencing high traffic volumes affecting its effectiveness at present. The site is being worked on at present and people are asked to be patient. Please be considerate in using this tool, some people require access to the EDP for important decision-making today.
Tuesday 4 September 2018
Otago Regional Council’s (ORC) ECO Fund supports community-driven projects that support or enhance Otago’s environment, and is now open for funding applications.
The ECO Fund’s point of difference from a number of other funds is that it supports not only tools and equipment, but also administrative support.
ORC received a lot of feedback from the community stating there was abundance of funds to support capital expenditure but few that offered funding for positions, or work on strategies or catchment plans.
“We have already seen some great environmental work by the Otago community and we are excited to see how this fund will empower communities and individuals to tackle environmental issues further,” said Sian Sutton, Director Stakeholder Engagement.
Applications for the first funding round close on 20 September.
For more information on the fund and how to apply see the ORC website at www.orc.govt.nz/ecofund
For further information please contact:
Sian Sutton – Director of Stakeholder Engagement – 027 575 1799
Sian.Sutton@orc.govt.nz
Communications contact:
Emma Schranz - Senior Media Advisor - 0276275894
emma.schranz@orc.govt.nz