Waste Minimisation Grants
In line with our Waste Management and Minimisation Plan, Nelson City Council has a range of waste minimisation grants available to our community. All activities are assessed against the waste hierarchy:
Assessment criteria are provided for each programme. As a general principle, priority will be given to projects which demonstrate the following:
- Avoid or reduce the creation of waste in our region
- Close the loop on resources that would otherwise be wasted (circular economy)
- Outline how Te Ao Māori values are incorporated
Applications are reviewed by a panel of officers with specialist experience.
For more information about the waste minimisation grants programme contact rethinkwaste@ncc.govt.nz.
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Grants to avoid or reduce waste at events
Read MoreNelson City Council has funding available for grants to support the avoidance or reduction of waste at events. Learn more.
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Waste Minimisation Subsidies
Read MoreNelson City Council provides a range of subsidies to make waste minimisation easier for everyone.
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2023 Waste Minimisation Grants Round
Read MoreGrants up to $10,000 are available for projects which lead to solid waste avoidance or reduction. Applications open on Monday 20 February 2023.
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Grants for Repair Cafes and Other Repair Activities
Read MoreA key focus for the Rethink Waste programme for 2023 is encouraging the reuse of items through repair.
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Small Waste Minimisation Grants
Read MoreSmall grants of up to $500 available at anytime, until the fund is exhausted, to support community waste minimisation activities.