A panoramic shot featuring a Western meadowlark perched on the right side of the frame. The bird has patterned brown and black wings, a bright yellow belly and throat, and a sharp black "V" across its chest. It faces left, looking over a wide expanse of clear, pale blue sky, with a few dry, vertical twigs visible along the bottom edge. The Nebraska Environmental Trust

Preserving NATURAL NEBRASKA™ for Future Generations

Nebraska Environmental Trust

The Nebraska Environmental Trust is established to conserve, enhance, and restore the natural environments of Nebraska. A prosperous future requires a sound natural environment. We must act dynamically, progressively, and systematically to ensure bountiful and thriving natural resources.

The Trust is to complement existing activities, stimulate private investment, and emphasize long-term gain. The Trust is to lead in the development of a vision of Nebraska's future environment. The Trust is to collaborate with public and private efforts to achieve that vision.

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What's Happening at NET

photo of a Common Kingfisher perched on a branch in a tree. The NET Logo Meadowlark is next to the words: The Nebraska Environmental Trust Applications Opening July 13, 2026 with a deadline of September 8, 2026

News Release: The Nebraska Environmental Trust (NET) grant cycle for the 2027 funding year will open for applications on Monday, July 13, 2026. Applications will be accepted until Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Nebraska Environmental Trust Will Open Applications for the 2027 Grant Cycle PDF