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Climate Research for Development (CR4D) Grant

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This call is open to universities, research institutions and non-profits, at idea and R&D stage. Funding is a grant. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Africa.

Summary

Programme strengthening climate research capacity for development across Africa, funding research institutions and scientists to advance climate science and its application to development challenges. Eligible applicants are African research institutions, universities, and climate researchers working on climate-related topics.

Summary by Raise Lens from the official notice · 4 Sept 2026Accurate?

About this grant

Climate Research for Development funds grants for research projects addressing Africa's particular development challenges and climate vulnerabilities. The programme supports universities, research institutions and nonprofits across the continent working on climate adaptation and data or software solutions. Projects should strengthen research capacity whilst advancing climate science relevant to African priorities. Applicants may be at the idea or research and development stage, or developing prototypes and pilots. Research must be grounded in Africa's specific development context and climate needs. The call welcomes applications from African research organisations seeking to build capability in climate science and adaptation.

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Key requirements

  • ✓Applicant must be based in or affiliated with an African research institution or university
  • ✓Research must focus on climate science and its application to development outcomes
  • ✓Project should strengthen climate research capacity within Africa

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for Climate Research for Development (CR4D)?
Eligibility covers organisations in AFRICA; university, research-institution, nonprofit.

Relevant sectors

About this sector

Climate software and data funding supports emissions accounting, climate risk analytics, Earth observation, digital MRV and tools for planners. It is offered as innovation grants, public contracts for data services and support from technology programmes. Buyers generally look for data quality, interoperability and evidence that users rely on the tool.

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Sourcefunder-discovery
EligibilityAFRICA
Org typesuniversity, research-institution, nonprofit
Last verified4 Sep 2026

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