Gemert-Bakel doubles funding to green rural landscapes with StiLa 2.0
Residents and farmers in Gemert-Bakel can now access more funding to create greener spaces, such as hedges and ponds, through the expanded StiLa 2.0 scheme. This initiative boosts biodiversity while offering personalized support to landowners.
| Key Data Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Gemert-Bakel |
| Province | Noord-Brabant |
| Scheme Name | Stimuleringsregeling Landschap Noord-Brabant (StiLa 2.0) |
| Funding Increase | Municipality doubles its contribution |
| Support Offered | Personalized visits, grant application assistance |
| Natural Elements Created | Nearly 800 in recent years |
| Eligible Projects | Hedges, tree lines, ponds, and other greenery |
| Website for More Information | Brabants Landschap |
The municipality of Gemert-Bakel plays a key role in promoting sustainable land use and biodiversity by funding and facilitating local greening initiatives. Through StiLa 2.0, it collaborates with residents and farmers to enhance the rural landscape while providing practical support.
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More funding for greenery in rural areas
Gemert-Bakel is set to invest further in the landscape. The municipality is doubling its contribution to the Stimuleringsregeling Landschap Noord-Brabant (StiLa 2.0). This will make more funding available for residents and farmers who wish to make their land greener.
The scheme allows people to apply for grants to create features such as hedges, tree lines or ponds. This not only enhances the rural landscape but also benefits local wildlife and plant life.
What sets StiLa 2.0 apart is the personalised support. A regional field coordinator visits participants at home to discuss the best options for their property. They also assist with grant applications. This practical and accessible approach has made the scheme popular among landowners in Brabant.
In recent years, nearly 800 natural elements have been established in the municipality with the help of the scheme. With the additional investment, the municipality aims to continue working with residents to build a greener and more sustainable landscape.
Interested? More information is available at the website of Brabants Landschap.