Climate & Sustainability Grants — page 3
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AQACIA 2026 – Particles, Ozone, Plant Protection Products and Sectoral Pollution
Agency
AQACIA 2026 is a French call for projects addressing air quality, ozone depletion, plant protection products, and sectoral pollution through ecological transition initiatives. The grant targets organizations working on environmental pollution reduction and circular-economy solutions aligned with France's ecological transition agenda.
Co-creating solutions for soil health in Living Labs
Commission
This is an open call inviting farmers to participate in a European soil-health research programme, which co-creates solutions for soil health through Living Labs. Farmers will engage in collaborative research and implementation of regenerative soil management practices.
Battery Innovation Programme: investor partnerships
organisation
The Battery Innovation Programme from a UK government innovation agency pairs grant funding with private investment from selected investor partners to support UK-registered SMEs developing battery technologies. It targets small and medium-sized businesses seeking to scale battery innovation with co-investment alongside public grant support.
Additional activities for the European Partnership on Agriculture of Data
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds additional activities under the European Partnership on Agriculture of Data, supporting digital innovation, data infrastructure, and AI applications in precision agriculture and farm management. It targets consortia developing data-driven solutions for sustainable and smart farming across Europe.
Experimental local action for EU missions: knowledge institutions as focal points of transdisciplinary research and innovation activities with European outreach
Commission
An EU innovation-funding programme supports experimental local action projects where knowledge institutions lead transdisciplinary research and innovation to address sustainability challenges, with European outreach and citizen engagement. It targets community-driven solutions to environmental and social sustainability problems through knowledge-institution focal points.
WiSER Pioneers 2027
organisation
A year-long leadership development programme for women preparing to become sustainability leaders in the clean cooking and broader sustainability sector. The programme is designed to build capacity and advance women's participation in sustainability-focused roles.
Research Grants for Evolutionary Biology
organisation
Small grants up to $3,500 for graduate students conducting specimen-based and expeditionary research on bird evolutionary biology. Funds project expenses but not salaries or stipends.
Proof-of-Concept Co-Financing Instrument
organisation
A co-financing instrument supports agrifood startups in de-risking and scaling pilot projects through co-investment, fostering innovation and collaboration with industry partners. The instrument targets early-stage ventures seeking to validate business models and accelerate commercialization in the food and agriculture sector.
FY2026 Marine Mammal Rescue and Response Grant Program
organisation
This grant funds marine mammal rescue, response, and rehabilitation efforts to protect and recover marine mammal populations. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, research institutions, and government agencies working on marine mammal conservation and emergency response.
Advanced Nuclear Energy Licensing Cost-Share Grant Program
organisation
This US federal clean-energy grant provides cost-share funding to support the licensing and regulatory approval of advanced nuclear energy technologies, reducing financial barriers for developers. Eligible applicants include nuclear technology companies, utilities, and research institutions seeking to commercialize next-generation nuclear reactors.
Scandinavian-Central European Cleantech Platform 2027
Agency
A Scandinavian-Central European collaborative platform supporting cleantech research and innovation projects in the energy sector. The grant targets cross-border partnerships between the two regions to advance clean energy technologies and solutions.
Climate Intervention Field Test Grant (Round 6)
Fund
Grants supporting environmental impact analysis, predictive modeling, and stakeholder engagement for proposed climate intervention field tests, with emphasis on innovation and global scalability. Eligible applicants must be willing to publish results.
Accelerating Scale-up and Pre-piloting of Emerging Chemical Technologies (ASPECT)
organisation
ASPECT funds scale-up and pre-piloting of emerging chemical technologies to accelerate the clean energy transition, particularly those with potential for commercialization and deployment. The program targets companies, research institutions, and consortia developing novel chemical processes and materials that advance renewable energy and decarbonization goals.
Environmental Impact Assessment Grant
Fund
This grant funds predictive environmental impact assessments, impact modeling studies, and stakeholder engagement for small-scale field tests of new climate intervention technologies. It targets researchers and organizations conducting early-stage testing and evaluation of climate solutions.
Innovative solutions for the sustainable and beautiful use of vertical space
Commission
This Horizon Europe Innovation Action funds creative, sustainable, and inclusive solutions for vertical space use in urban neighbourhoods, supporting architectural innovation, biodiversity integration, and community participation. It targets consortia developing integrated approaches to green building design, urban regeneration, and social engagement in European cities.
Sustainable, inclusive, affordable and beautiful solutions for thermal comfort in buildings
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds innovation projects developing sustainable, inclusive, and affordable thermal comfort solutions for buildings, with emphasis on architectural design, ecodesign, and nature-based approaches. It targets consortia working on energy-efficient building retrofits and new designs that balance environmental, social, and aesthetic outcomes.
Innovative approaches for the spatial design of neighbourhoods
Commission
This Horizon Europe grant funds innovative spatial design approaches for neighbourhoods that are beautiful, inclusive, and sustainable, with emphasis on participatory design and social inclusion. It targets projects that integrate spatial planning, civil engineering, and social sciences to create resilient, accessible public spaces and improve community wellbeing.
Advancing sustainable maintenance and repair measures for existing buildings
Commission
This Horizon Europe grant funds innovation actions to develop and deploy sustainable maintenance and repair solutions for existing buildings, with up to €10M available. It targets consortia working on circular economy, participatory approaches, and social innovation to retrofit and upgrade building stock across EU neighbourhoods.
Approaches to reuse vacant, obsolete or underutilised spaces
Commission
This Horizon Europe grant funds innovative approaches to repurposing vacant, obsolete, or underutilised spaces in neighbourhoods, with a focus on sustainability, social inclusion, and community engagement. It targets projects that demonstrate environmental, economic, and societal impact through adaptive reuse and participatory design.
Understanding capital market dynamics for increased investment in New European Bauhaus projects in neighbourhoods
Commission
This Horizon Europe grant funds research and innovation projects that unlock capital market mechanisms and investment strategies to scale New European Bauhaus initiatives—sustainable, inclusive, and beautiful neighbourhood regeneration projects. It targets consortia seeking to understand financing barriers and develop business models that attract private and public investment into neighbourhood-level sustainability and social inclusion projects.
De-risking renewable fuel technologies through transnational pre-commercial procurement of renewable fuel industrial value chains
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds pre-commercial procurement of renewable fuel technologies and industrial value chains to de-risk their market entry and scale. It targets consortia developing advanced renewable fuels (e-fuels, hydrogen, sustainable aviation fuels) through transnational innovation procurement mechanisms.
Resource assessment for deep sedimentary and basement reservoirs
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects assessing resource potential in deep sedimentary and basement geological formations, likely for energy extraction or storage applications. It targets consortia of research institutions, universities, and industry partners across EU member states and associated countries.
Improved system design for innovative PV applications
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds improved system design and innovation for photovoltaic (PV) applications, supporting the EU's renewable energy transition and RePowerEU objectives. It targets research institutions, companies, and consortia developing next-generation solar technologies and integrated PV systems.
Data sharing to support the training and development of AI foundation models in the energy sector
Commission
This Horizon Europe call funds data-sharing initiatives and AI foundation model development specifically for the energy sector, supporting digital transformation and decarbonization. Eligible applicants include research institutions, companies, and consortia across EU member states and associated countries.
Demonstration of solid biofuel supply and conversion to high efficiency CHP from fully sustainable regional value chains
Commission
A European union innovation-council funding round supports demonstration projects converting sustainable solid biofuels into high-efficiency combined heat and power (CHP) through regional supply chains. It targets consortia developing integrated biofuel-to-energy systems with emphasis on sustainability, digitalization, and RePowerEU alignment.
Alternatives to Industrial Animal Agriculture
organisation
A major US philanthropic foundation provides grants to support non-profit organizations outside the United States that are working to transition food systems away from industrial animal agriculture. The program funds initiatives that promote plant-rich diets, increase access to nutritious plant-based foods, and raise awareness about sustainable alternatives to factory farming. Mid-sized or larger organizations with a proven track record of success are eligible to apply. Grant amounts range from US$10 thousand.
FORESTPathways – international call for the forest sector
Agency
An international call for proposals supporting innovation and development in the forest sector, including bioeconomy applications. Open to eligible organizations across participating countries with a deadline of December 2, 2026.
FORESTPathways – International Call for the Forest Sector 22 September 2026
Agency
FORESTPathways is an international call for research and innovation projects in the forest sector, funded by a Nordic energy agency. The grant supports forest-related energy and sustainability initiatives across participating countries.
Battery innovation: feasibility studies round three
organisation
This is a feasibility study funding call for UK businesses to develop innovations in battery-grade material technologies that support electrification and the energy transition. Eligible applicants are UK-registered companies seeking to advance battery material science and related technologies.
Battery innovation: concept development round three
organisation
This is a callable innovation funding programme for UK-registered businesses to develop battery-grade material technologies that support electrification and the energy transition. Applicants can compete for grants to advance battery materials innovation from concept through development.
European partnership: Forests and Forestry for a Sustainable Future
Commission
A European research partnership funds research, knowledge-building, and solutions to enhance forest resilience and support sustainable forest-based economies across Europe. The grant targets academic institutions, research organizations, and consortia developing evidence-based approaches to forest management, biodiversity, and climate adaptation.
Forest Joint Call 2026
organisation
This is a European research and innovation call supporting the transition to sustainable forest management and circular timber-based bioeconomy across four thematic areas: climate-resilient forests, adaptive management, wood products, and value chains. It funds research institutions, universities, and consortia across 28 countries with over EUR 40 million in total funding.
Specific Grant Agreement to reinforce the operations of the Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission Platform
Commission
This grant supports the Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities Mission Platform through the NetZeroCities programme, funding city transformation initiatives that advance climate neutrality and smart urban development. It targets cities and their partners implementing decarbonization and resilience strategies.
Specialty Crop Multi-State Grant Program 2026
organisation
This grant from a US federal agriculture agency funds collaborative multi-state partnerships that enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops through projects addressing food safety, plant pests, disease, research, and marketing. Eligible applicants include non-profit entities and state/territorial organizations working on crop-specific issues in domestic or foreign markets.
Silicon Carbide Cladding Lead Test Rod Development—Phase 1
organisation
This grant funds Phase 1 development of silicon carbide cladding for lead test rods, advancing nuclear fuel technology for enhanced safety and performance. The opportunity is open to organizations capable of conducting materials science and nuclear engineering research and development.
Database on alternatives to pesticides (emergency authorisations)
Agency
This grant funds the development of a database cataloguing alternatives to pesticides, with a focus on emergency authorisations under EU plant-protection regulations. It is intended for research institutions, public bodies, and organisations supporting sustainable agriculture and pest management.
Applied Conservation Grants – Long-Term Projects
Foundation
This grant funds applied conservation research and community-based conservation projects lasting longer than six months, with a focus on biodiversity, primate conservation, and environmental health outcomes. Eligible applicants are conservationists residing in primate range countries engaged in hands-on conservation action, research, or public health work.
Applied Conservation Grants – Short-Term or Pilot Projects
Foundation
This grant funds applied conservation research and community-based conservation projects lasting six months or less, with awards up to $5,000. It targets conservationists based in primate range countries working on biodiversity research, environmental health, or locally rooted conservation action.
Community-led actions to restore our ocean, seas and waters
Commission
This Horizon Europe open call invites community-led organisations to propose Transition Agendas that restore ocean, seas and waters through shared learning and collaborative action. It is aimed at European community groups, networks and stakeholders working on marine and water restoration.
Community Tree Planting Programme
organisation
This grant funds community-led tree planting and reforestation initiatives within the Wakefield District. It supports local organizations and community groups to deliver environmental and social benefits through woodland creation and habitat restoration.
Battery Technology for Zero-Emission Ships
organisation
A grant programme supports battery technology and energy systems for zero-emission ships, funding development and deployment of maritime electrification solutions. The grant targets Norwegian maritime operators and technology developers working on decarbonization of shipping.
What Works Centre for a climate resilient UK
Council
Funding to establish and lead a What Works Centre focused on transforming how the UK adapts to climate change through evidence-based research and policy. Applicants must be UK research organisations eligible for this scheme.
Climate-smart use of wood in the construction sector to support the New European Bauhaus
Commission
This grant supports climate-smart wood construction solutions aligned with the New European Bauhaus initiative, funding projects that advance sustainable building practices through innovative use of wood as a low-carbon material. Eligible applicants include construction firms, material innovators, and sustainability-focused organizations working to decarbonize the building sector.
The Genesis Mission: Transforming Science and Energy with AI
organisation
The Genesis Mission funds interdisciplinary teams developing AI models and workflows to accelerate scientific discovery and R&D across energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges. Eligible applicants include national laboratories, academia, U.S. industry, and consortia, with Phase I small-team and Phase II large-team tracks across nine topic areas.
Collective Operations for Business Decarbonization
Agency
This grant funds collective business decarbonization initiatives, supporting organizations in France to reduce their carbon footprint through energy transition and circular-economy practices. It targets businesses and consortia seeking to implement decarbonization strategies across operations.
Grant for Agroecology Program (GAP) - Regular Fund in India
organisation
This grant funds catalytic investments in agroecology enterprises and farmer producer organizations across India to scale sustainable farming practices, improve smallholder farmer livelihoods, and build resilient food systems. Priority is given to youth and women entrepreneurs in agri-value chains, with grants ranging from INR 20 lakhs to 1 crore (approximately $24K–$120K USD equivalent) across 10 Indian states.
Solid Waste Management Grant Program
organisation
This grant funds solid waste management infrastructure and projects in rural areas, supporting waste reduction, recycling, and sustainable waste handling systems. Eligible applicants include rural municipalities, nonprofits, and cooperatives seeking to improve waste management capacity.
Technical Assistance and Training Grant Program
organisation
This grant funds technical assistance and training programs to build capacity in rural communities and organizations. The program supports sustainability-focused initiatives through knowledge transfer and skill development.