Mission & Vision

The Environment Fund, established by Fondation de France, is dedicated to addressing our most pressing environmental challenges through innovative solutions. The Fund envisions a future where humanity not only understands the complexities of our natural world but also actively engages in practices that protect and restore it. By fostering a deeper connection between people and their environment, the Fund aims to ensure a sustainable and resilient planet for future generations.

Actions Led

To realize this vision, the Environment Fund operates on three interrelated fronts:

• Research on Environmental Challenges: The Fund supports critical research to tackle key environmental issues. This includes investigating the evolution of our coastlines and seas, developing new forms of sustainable agriculture, and assessing environmental risks to human health. By funding these research areas, the Fund aims to uncover actionable insights that can drive meaningful change and address the impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss.
• Support for Ecological Transition Experiments: The Fund provides essential support for on-the-ground ecological transition experiments. This includes funding projects that test and implement innovative approaches to environmental stewardship. By backing these practical experiments, the Fund seeks to advance effective solutions and promote sustainable practices that can be scaled and adopted more broadly.
• Networking and Raising Awareness: The Fund is committed to fostering networks among key stakeholders and raising awareness about environmental challenges. Through engaging with future leaders and citizens, the Fund aims to build a collective understanding of environmental issues and inspire proactive efforts to address them. This networking and outreach are crucial for driving systemic change and cultivating a culture of environmental responsibility.

Projects that US Donors Can Support

US donors have a unique opportunity to make a significant impact through their support of the Environment Fund. Contributions can help advance groundbreaking research that addresses critical environmental issues, support innovative ecological transition experiments, and foster awareness and networking efforts that engage communities and leaders in environmental action.

By supporting these initiatives, US donors play a crucial role in the Fund’s mission to develop and implement solutions for our most urgent environmental challenges, driving progress towards a sustainable and resilient future.

(c) L.Hans/Fondation de France