This fund is currently closed to new applications
SMEEF is delighted to have secured a donation from Scottish Hydro Electric Power Distribution Limited (SSEN Distribution) for more than £2m for seagrass planting within the SSEN licence area – effectively all of Scottish coastal waters north of the Tay and the Clyde, including the north shore of the Tay, Arran and Kintyre but excluding areas south from there (a full map is available here). The fund is focused on achieving the planting of 14ha of seagrass between now and 31st March 2028. This is believed to be the largest-ever single donation to marine enhancement in Scotland and is a great example of business and the public sector joining forces to tackle the nature and climate emergencies.
Whilst the fund is currently closed please do check out the resources in our Restoration Toolkit, sign up to our newsletter or get in touch if you have a specific enquiry.
Eligible activities for this fund include:
- seagrass planting,
- other crucial work which supports a planting programme such as engagement with communities and baseline surveys.
The Fund was opened in 2024 and 2025 priority was given to coastal communities closely connected to the planting areas.
This initiative would not be possible without SSEN Distribution, and we thank them for their generous donation.
