The Polish funding programme for educational and environmental projects in renewable energy and environmental protection has launched with a budget of PLN 300,000 (approx. €70,650). Activities and work will be focused on supporting local initiatives that promote renewable energy and sustainability. Eligible applicants include NGOs, schools, universities and municipal cultural centres involved in educational work.
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Applications are open until July 20, 2025
The programme will offers different funding levels depending on the scope and type of project. A total of six grants of PLN 20,000 each and six grants of PLN 30,000 each are planned. The application deadline is July 20, 2025. The results will be announced on September 12 of this year and projects should be implemented between 30 September 2025 and 30 May 2026.
What is supported
Applications can be submitted for energy and environmental education for children and young people, for projects promoting renewable energy, as well as for activities to improve air quality and local renewable energy initiatives with citizen participation. Implementation can take the form of workshops, campaigns, artistic events or educational events.
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How are applications evaluated
In addition to the general compliance of an application with the programme objectives, the organizer's innovative strength, experience in the field of environmental protection and renewable energy as well as target group size will be assessed as part of applications. Additional points can be earned for the use of the educational materials available on the website czystemocenergii.pl.
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Free materials for schools
An integral part of the project is the educational platform czystemocenergii.pl, which provides free presentations and worksheets to elementary schools to help children understand the energy transition. The initiator of the funding is the Respect Energy Group. Founded in 2013, the company produces, trades and supplies electricity from 100% renewable energy sources and was the first Polish energy company to offer business customers the option of purchasing electricity from 100% renewable energy sources. (mg)
More information about the funding programme can be found on the initiative website.
