Review our guidance materials to increase your chances of success in securing support for your project.
In the meantime, you can get ready for it by reviewing the resources and templates available on this page. Please note that we will not be inviting applications for A1 – Barrier Identification and Prioritisation grants in this application call. Our priority for the foreseeable future is to support preparatory and dam removal projects. Stay updated through our newsletter.
We encourage you to explore our grant types, read through the eligibility criteria, and get familiar with the application and assessment processes. All relevant information is available in our Information Guide for applicants:
Before applying, please carefully read our Information Guide for applicants, where we provide a detailed explanation of the application process. Applications must be submitted through our online portal during the open call period. However, you may begin preparing your application at any time using the templates below:
You may also download the Budget and Schedule of Activities template and the Km distance template to familiarise yourself with these documents in advance:
For guidance on how to measure the total upstream and downstream distances reconnected after barrier removal, please refer to this infographic.
Make sure to submit your application within the deadline! Check out all key dates in the application calendar.
For additional clarification on concepts and key terms used by the Programme, please read through the documents below:
Your application will be reviewed by the Programme’s management team and our independent grant selection panel. Learn more about the assessment process in the Information Guide. The outcome of your application will be communicated according to the application calendar.
Please consult our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page for any queries which may arise.
If you have any other questions, please contact us at applications@openrivers.eu
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