The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is encouraging educators around the state to take part in a free webinar to learn how to apply for funding to support a wide range of environmental education projects.

Environmental Education Director Bert Myers will walk through the application process and answer questions in a free, 75-minute live webinar at 1 p.m. Nov. 18. Registration is required.

Projects with a local focus may receive up to $3,000, and regional or statewide initiatives may receive up to $20,000. Projects that engage students and teachers at the local, state, and national levels may be awarded up to $85,000.

Applications must be submitted through eGrants (first-time users will need to register). The application deadline is Dec. 31. Guidelines and instructions are available at DEP’s Environmental Education Grants website.