NUTEC Plastics uses nuclear and isotopic techniques to address plastic pollution, helping countries monitor, measure, an Grant

About this grant

This grant supports research and development into nuclear and radiation-based approaches to plastic pollution. Funded work focuses on two areas: monitoring microplastics in water systems using nuclear techniques, and developing radiation-enabled recycling technologies to process plastic waste. Research institutions, universities, nonprofits and large companies are eligible to apply. The call is open to organisations globally. All project stages are welcome. Applicants must demonstrate that their work uses nuclear or radiation-based techniques and aligns with the nuclear science and applications mandate. Projects addressing microplastics detection in aquatic environments or radiation-enabled recycling solutions are prioritised. Grant funding is available through the call to support eligible work in circular economy, waste reduction and water sectors.

Key requirements

• ✓Focus on plastic pollution monitoring and measurement in oceans and freshwater systems
• ✓Use of nuclear and isotopic techniques for tracking and reducing plastic waste
• ✓Applicant country must be seeking technical assistance or capacity-building in plastic waste management

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for NUTEC Plastics uses nuclear and isotopic techniques to address plastic pollution, helping countries monitor, measure, an?

Eligibility covers organisations in GLOBAL; local-authority, research-institution, university, nonprofit.

Relevant sectors

About this sector

Waste reduction funding covers prevention, collection, sorting, recycling and recovery of municipal, commercial and industrial waste. Much of the activity is public procurement by local and regional authorities, alongside grants for new treatment technology. Bidders are typically assessed on service capacity, environmental permits and track record with comparable contracts.