30by30 on land in England: Delivery plan

This document explains how the government will deliver its commitment to protect 30% of land for nature in England by 2030.    

It sets out how we will work with and support stakeholders and landowners to manage and protect their land for nature for the long term and contribute towards our 30by30 commitment.  

This plan complements the vision and criteria for 30by30 on land, published in 2024. 

The plan sets out: 

• a tiered approach for assessing areas of land to contribute to 30by30 (gold, silver and bronze) 
• how the criteria will be applied in assessing land  
• other actions to make it easier for landowners to help deliver 30by30 on the ground 
• other actions the government is taking to strengthen efforts in delivering 30by30 

This should be read in conjunction with the 30by30 assessment guidance.

If you have questions about England’s 30by30 on land policy, email 30by30onland@defra.gov.uk.