Local groups, businesses, research institutions, and government bodies in the Territory have until December 7 to submit their concept notes for the third call for projects under the BestLife2030 program. This initiative is funded by the European Union and the bank Socredo. The BestLife2030 program is launching its third edition, aiming to support projects that deliver real outcomes in preserving biodiversity in Europe’s overseas regions and territories. These areas are home to more than 80 percent of Europe’s biodiversity, but their ecosystems are increasingly threatened by climate change, invasive species, habitat loss, and overuse of natural resources. This aligns with Objective 3 of the Global Biodiversity Framework, which seeks to protect 30 percent of the planet’s land, inland waters, and marine areas by 2030. By supporting local efforts, BestLife2030 helps these regions meet this international goal. In French Polynesia, the first two calls for projects have already supported 17 initiatives, each receiving 12 million francs. These projects have been led by ten local associations and seven private companies, focusing on ecological restoration, conservation of protected species, and sustainable management of natural resources. The program is now open for new applications, with a deadline of December 7 at 23:59. To assist applicants, the Pacific branch of the French Committee of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) — the regional partner for the program — is organizing two information sessions. An in-person meeting is scheduled for this Monday at 9 a.m. at the Fare pote'e of Te mana o te Moana, located at the InterContinental Tahiti in Faa'a. A second session will be held online on Thursday, October 15, at 1 p.m., and registration is required through Microsoft Teams. These meetings aim to provide guidance on preparing and submitting project proposals. For any questions or further assistance, applicants can contact the IUCN French Committee team in Papeete at [email protected]. The program encourages participation from a wide range of stakeholders to contribute to biodiversity conservation in the region.