This report outlines the findings of an interim process evaluation of the Nature for Climate Peatland Grant Scheme (the NCPGS). The NCPGS, one branch of the Nature for Climate Fund (NCF), provides grants to support the restoration of peatland in England. It is administered by Natural England (NE).
This process evaluation was undertaken halfway through the NCPGS cycle and aimed to provide the NCPGS project team with evidence and lessons learned from the delivery of Rounds 1 and 2 to inform the team’s delivery of Round 3. The report focusses on 5 key evaluation questions as well as highlights important ongoing challenges and opportunities for future policy on peatland restoration. Full evaluation of the NCPGS is planned for the final year of the scheme, which will include both impact and value for money evaluation.