Applications are welcome throughout the year and are regularly assessed by Regional HEI staff. The Award Scheme aims to highlight the actions of those protecting, improving and enhancing aquatic habitats. The award scheme is open to all who are involved in projects that demonstrate environmental enhancement measures with regard to biodiversity and sustainable use. We welcome entries from all, from individuals, schools, local authorities, to industry, business and agriculture. Applications for the Award Scheme should reach HEI staff before 30 June each year.
Applications are short-listed and judged by a panel of experts.
Articles on the winner and runners-up of the first annual HEI Awards are in issue 3 of the HEI newsletter . Any application for the HEI Award Scheme, or for funding through the Demonstration Sites scheme, must fulfil the entry requirements and assessment criteria set out below. 4. not involve the translocation of habitat or species unless this can be demonstrated to be sustainable. NB Translocations must also comply with any relevant legislation. Although the forms are brief, enclosing as much information as possible will allow us to assess your application more quickly.