Biodiversity

Projects that Explore Biodiversity in the Local Environment

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PEBBLE is the biodiversity improvement fund from South Staffs Water. 

Funding of up to £10,000 is available for projects that are looking to improve, restore or create habitat within our supply area. Projects can also have a community benefit, or a particular focus on the management of invasive non-native species. 

You can watch videos about some of previous projects in our PEBBLE playlist on YouTube or read our case studies.

Applications are now open until Monday 29 September 2025. Any projects that have been applied for and are successful will have until 31 March 2027 to complete the work and submit an end-of-project report. 

“We recognise the importance of the local environment, and the part we play in the conservation and enhancement of biodiversity. Increasing the variety of natural living things and the diversity of the habitats where they live , as well as reducing the impact of invasive non-native species, not only benefits wildlife, it can also enhance local communities and our open spaces.

Applications are welcomed from local river interest groups, environmental organisations and charities, community organisations and schools. They must either own the land or have permission from the landowner for the project and the work cannot have already taken place."

Dan Clark, Water Resources and Environment Manager for South Staffs Water.

Case studies

Read our case studies of previous PEBBLE projects

What do you not fund? 

The PEBBLE fund aims to directly help improve biodiversity. The following items are not eligible for funding:

Please note, this is not an exhaustive list. Other items, not listed, may not be funded if they are not deemed to contribute to biodiversity improvement.

Frequently asked questions
Please read through the information below before making an application.