Over the period 2007-2013, Life+ will provide €1.7 billion for co-funded projects across the EU which are linked to nature conservation, environmental technology and the communication of environmental matters. Ireland’s allocation for this year is €4m approx, subject to suitable projects being submitted and approved.

The European Commission will issue its seventh annual call for proposals under the Life+ programme in February 2013. The call will include full details and conditions regarding the submission of applications and deadlines.

To assist potential applicants, an information workshop will be held in the offices of the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, Custom House, Dublin 1 on 15th February 2013.