Apply now: The Bavarian Biodiversity Prize 2026 offers 25,000 euros!

Apply now: The Bavarian Biodiversity Prize 2026 offers 25,000 euros!

There are great opportunities for sustainable development at stake in Bavaria, as the Bavarian Biodiversity Prize 2026 will be awarded with immediate effect. Environment Minister Thorsten Glauber emphasizes how important the local cultural landscape and its biodiversity are. Hedges and borders play a crucial role as habitats for numerous animal and plant species. The new award focuses on these valuable structures and recognizes those who work to ensure a biodiverse landscape.

The prize, which is awarded every two years, is worth an impressive 25,000 euros. In addition, the “Bavarian Nature Conservation Fund” foundation will award a special prize of 1,000 euros for school classes in 2026. This initiative is part of the Bavarian biodiversity strategy to preserve natural diversity in Bavaria. The Environment Minister, who also serves as Chairman of the Board of Trustees, emphasizes the need to raise awareness of the importance of biodiversity and habitats.

Who can apply?

Not only clubs and associations, but also municipalities, schools, churches and individuals with suitable projects can apply for the prize until January 31, 2026. Applications are accepted via a special online portal run by the Bavarian Nature Conservation Fund. This offers an excellent opportunity for anyone who is actively involved in nature conservation and wants to promote local biodiversity.

How wonderful that so many people in our country are committed to preserving natural diversity! At this time, when climate change and increasing urbanization are constantly at the forefront, the commitment of each and every individual is important. A prize like this motivates and recognizes the tireless commitment to a species-rich future.

A look outside the box

It seems as if no matter which area – be it biodiversity protection in Bavaria or corporate management in Brazil – the challenges are great. This makes it all the more important to find creative solutions: in Bavaria it is about promoting nature, while in Brazil an orderly liquidation is planned in order to maximize assets and continue to preserve service and management contracts. So every sector faces big questions that require long-term solutions.

Don't miss the opportunity to become part of this wonderful initiative for nature and apply for the Biodiversity Prize! You can find more information on the [Kulmbach district] website (https://www.landkreis-kulmbach.de/service-verwaltung/aktuelle-meldeen-themen/aktuelle-melden/meldeen-detailansicht/jetzt-bewerben-bayerischer-biodiversitaetspreis-2026).

All we can hope for here is that the good will and commitment to nature can be felt everywhere!