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Middle East Regional Cooperation Initiative 2026 Grant

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Summary

This is a US government grant supporting regional cooperation and sustainability initiatives in the Middle East, with emphasis on renewable energy and environmental sustainability. The grant targets organizations working on cross-border collaboration and clean energy transitions in the MENA region.

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About this grant

The Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) Program supports joint scientific research and innovation partnerships between the United States, Israel, and countries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The program funds applied research projects that address shared regional challenges while advancing U.S. economic, technological, and strategic interests. MERC is designed to bring together researchers, technical experts, and institutions to work on projects that go beyond basic research and demonstrate clear potential for application, commercialization, and broader adoption. …

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Frequently asked questions

How much funding does this grant offer?
Middle East Regional Cooperation Initiative offers $100K – $2M.
When is the Middle East Regional Cooperation Initiative deadline?
Applications close 30 Sep 2026 (28 days left).
Who can apply for Middle East Regional Cooperation Initiative?
Eligibility covers organisations in MENA, AE, SA, JO, LB, PS and 8 more countries; nonprofit, university, research-institution, local-authority, consortium. The full eligibility conditions are part of the Pro detail.

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30 Sep 2026
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Quick facts

Opens6 Jul 2026
Budget$100K – $2M
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EligibilityMENA, AE, SA, JO, LB, PS, IQ, KW, QA, BH, OM, YE, EG, IL
Org typesnonprofit, university, research-institution, local-authority, consortium
Last verified9 Aug 2026