PDD Priority 2 — maintaining/improving the conservation status of species and habitats through conservation measures (Action 2.1)
PDD 2021–2027 call (Action 2.1, RSO2.7) of €36,493,238 from the ERDF for conservation measures for species and habitats, in the less developed regions. Only ANANP, protected area administrators with their own structures, ARBDD and MMAP can apply, by 30 November 2026.
- Who can apply
- The list of applicants is closed
- Total budget
- €36,493,238 from the ERDF, for less developed regions
- Submission period
- 9 Mar 2026 – 30 Nov 2026
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Who can apply
The list of applicants is closed: the National Agency for Protected Natural Areas (ANANP), administrators of protected natural areas that have their own administration structures, the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve Administration (ARBDD) and the Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests (MMAP).
What it covers
- Projects to maintain or improve the conservation status of species and habitats through conservation measures (PDD Priority 2, specific objective RSO2.7, Action 2.1)
Apply in the current call window
- We analyse whether you qualify and under which programme exactly.
- We build the application: business plan, budget, supporting documents.
- We submit during the call window and follow the evaluation.
- We stay with you through the reimbursement file and final payment.
Frequently asked questions
Until when can projects be submitted to the PDD call for the conservation of species and habitats?
The call opened on 9 March 2026 and closes on 30 November 2026, according to the MIPE call page. The cut-off time does not appear on the page and must be checked in the guide and in OMIPE No 1462/2026.
What is the budget of the call?
The call has a budget of 36,493,238 euro from the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF), earmarked for Romania's less developed regions.
Who can submit a funding application?
Only the following can apply: the National Agency for Protected Natural Areas (ANANP), administrators of protected natural areas with their own administration structures, the Danube Delta Biosphere Reserve Administration (ARBDD) and the Ministry of Environment, Waters and Forests (MMAP).
What changes have been made to the guide?
The guide was approved by Ministerial Order No 329/27.02.2026 and amended by OMIPE No 1462/2026 of 21 September 2026. Both documents are published on the call page on mfe.gov.ro.
Which programme and priority does the call belong to?
The call is part of the Sustainable Development Programme 2021–2027 (PDD), Priority 2 (environmental protection through biodiversity conservation), specific objective RSO2.7, Action 2.1. The managing authority is MIPE.
How long does it take to prepare the application?
It depends on the complexity of the project and the documents you already have. The first step is the eligibility analysis, which tells you what needs to be prepared.
What happens if I do not qualify?
We tell you before any contract is signed, and if another suitable programme exists, we point you to it.
Next step
Apply in the current call window — PDD Priority 2 — maintaining/improving the conservation status of species and habitats through conservation measures (Action 2.1)
Fill in the form and we will tell you whether you qualify. If you do not qualify under this programme, we will tell you which other one you could apply for — or that there is none, if that is the case.
or call us directly on 0755 167 167
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