Climate Adaptation grants
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Funding for resilience, flood defence, drought and climate-proofing infrastructure. Backed by the Green Climate Fund and Adaptation Fund, the World Bank and regional banks, the EU, and national adaptation programmes. Listed below are the open climate adaptation grant calls in that landscape, taken from each funder's own notice and re-checked on every refresh.
Adaptation money is overwhelmingly development finance: the Green Climate Fund, the Adaptation Fund, the World Bank and the regional banks, bilateral aid programmes, and health funders including Wellcome and the Gates Foundation on the health side. Awards are usually made to or through an organisation registered in the country where the work happens, so partnership structure tends to matter more to eligibility than technical merit does.
This page lists open climate adaptation grants currently tracked by Raise Lens — 1,462 of them right now, sorted with the soonest deadline first. Every listing has been classified against the sustainability taxonomy rather than matched on keywords, so what appears here is climate adaptation work rather than anything whose description happens to mention it.
The funders publishing climate adaptation grants here include DOC-DOCNOAAERA, DOI-USGS1, Velux Foundation, among 2 others. Who is funding matters as much as what: eligibility, reporting burden and the realistic timeline to a decision vary far more between funders than between individual calls.
Geographic coverage on this page spans NORTH-AMERICA, OCEANIA, GLOBAL, EUROPE, LATAM. Eligibility is usually tied to where the work happens or where the applying organisation is registered, and the two are not always the same — worth checking before investing time in an application.
44 of these close within the next 30 days. Deadlines are taken from the source listing and re-checked on every refresh, but the originating funder remains the authority — always confirm against the official notice before you submit.
National Estuarine Research Reserve System (NERRS) Land Acquisition and Construction Program for Fiscal Year 2026
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This grant funds land acquisition and construction projects that protect and enhance estuarine research reserves across the US and territories, supporting facility development, monitoring infrastructure, and strategic boundary expansion. Eligible applicants are NERRS reserve managers and partner organizations seeking to strengthen long-term protection and research capacity of designated estuarine areas.
Cooperative Agreement for Affiliated Partner with the Hawaii-Pacific Islands Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU)
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This is a cooperative research funding opportunity through USGS for invasive species management and ecosystem conservation focused on brown treesnake control and detection in the Pacific Islands. The grant supports collaborative research partnerships to advance biosecurity, ecological restoration, and military readiness through applied research on snake biology and removal techniques.
Forestry grants
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The funder funds solution-oriented research and science-practice projects addressing climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable forest management. Eligible applicants include research teams and practitioner partnerships that generate novel knowledge or transfer evidence-based findings to advance climate adaptation and biodiversity recovery in forestry.
Nature Governance and Information
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This is a callable funding programme under the EU's LIFE initiative supporting nature governance and biodiversity conservation projects. It funds Standard Action Projects (SAP) that advance environmental protection, habitat restoration, and nature-based solutions across eligible EU and associated countries.
LIFE Operating Grants
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LIFE Operating Grants fund non-governmental organizations and framework partnerships working on environmental and nature conservation projects across the EU. The programme supports operational costs and project implementation for organizations advancing biodiversity, climate, and environmental objectives.
technical Assistance preparation of CLIMA SIPs
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This is a technical assistance grant supporting the preparation of Climate Integrated Management Approach (CLIMA) Sectoral Implementation Plans (SIPs) under the EU LIFE Programme. It funds capacity-building and planning work for organizations developing climate mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Climate Change Adaptation
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This is a European Union call for climate change adaptation projects under the LIFE Programme, funding Standard Action Projects that help communities and ecosystems adapt to climate impacts. Eligible applicants include public authorities, nonprofits, research institutions, and private entities across EU member states and associated countries.
Climate Change Adaptation
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The European Commission LIFE programme funds climate change adaptation projects that help communities and ecosystems adjust to climate impacts. It supports a broad range of adaptation interventions across EU member states and partner countries.
Technical Assistance preparation of Environmental Sectoral Integration Plans
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This is a technical assistance grant from the European Commission's LIFE programme to support the preparation of Environmental Sectoral Implementation Plans (ENV SIPs). It funds capacity-building and planning activities for organizations working on climate, energy, and environmental policy implementation across the EU.
FY27 Brownfields Job Training (JT) Grants
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This EPA grant funds job training programs that prepare unemployed and underemployed residents for full-time environmental careers in brownfields cleanup and site remediation. Eligible organizations deliver training in hazardous waste assessment, chemical risk management, stormwater management, and green infrastructure installation.
Governing global commons sustainably
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This Horizon Europe grant funds research and innovation projects on sustainable governance of global commons—including biodiversity, climate, oceans, and transnational resources—with emphasis on civil society participation, indigenous knowledge, environmental justice, and human rights. It targets consortia of researchers, policymakers, and civil society organizations across Europe and globally.
National Adaptation Hubs - Bringing together the national level with the engaged regional and local levels (multi-level governance)
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This grant funds the establishment of National Adaptation Hubs that integrate national, regional, and local governance levels to implement climate adaptation strategies. It targets multi-level, multi-actor approaches to building climate resilience across Europe.
Supporting financing of local adaptation actions with combination of public funding and private financing
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This grant supports local climate adaptation projects that combine public funding with private financing mechanisms. It targets implementers of adaptation actions under the EU's Adaptation to Climate Change Mission, with awards up to €20 million per project.
Demonstrating solutions to protect and preserve cultural heritage from the impacts of climate change
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This grant funds demonstration projects that develop and implement solutions to protect and preserve cultural heritage sites and assets from climate change impacts such as flooding, erosion, and extreme weather. It targets organizations working at the intersection of climate adaptation and cultural preservation, supporting innovation actions that can be scaled across Europe.
Facilitating implementation of actionable solutions for climate adaptation of regions and local authorities
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This grant funds implementation of climate adaptation solutions for regions and local authorities, supporting actionable projects that build climate resilience in vulnerable communities. Up to €5 million per project is available through the EU's Adaptation to Climate Change Mission.
Standardising and supporting climate services for climate adaptation
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This grant supports research and innovation projects that standardise and operationalise climate services to help communities and sectors adapt to climate change impacts. It funds up to €9 million per project and is part of the EU's Adaptation to Climate Change Mission under Horizon Europe.
Large-scale demonstration for mapping the distribution and condition of marine habitats to implement the Nature Restoration Regulation
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This grant funds large-scale demonstration projects to map and assess the distribution and condition of marine habitats across European waters, supporting implementation of the Nature Restoration Regulation. It targets research consortia and marine conservation organizations working on habitat monitoring, restoration planning, and ocean knowledge infrastructure.
Improving climate resilience of navigable inland waterways, their surroundings and related water infrastructure
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This grant funds research and innovation projects to improve climate resilience of inland waterways, their surrounding areas, and related water infrastructure. It supports the EU's Adaptation to Climate Change Mission and is open to consortia developing climate-adaptation solutions for navigable waterway systems.
Joint demonstration of solutions to build soil resilience to extreme weather events and support food security
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This is a joint EU demonstration call funding projects that build soil resilience to extreme weather and support food security through integrated, multi-actor approaches. Eligible projects will develop and demonstrate solutions combining soil health, sustainable land management, and climate adaptation to address food security challenges.
Bridging the gap between disaster risk management and climate adaptation
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects that integrate disaster risk management and climate adaptation strategies, supporting the EU's Adaptation to Climate Change Mission. Projects can receive up to €5 million and must bridge knowledge and implementation gaps between these two complementary policy domains.
Developing managed aquifer recharge techniques (MAR) in a rural context
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This grant funds the development and deployment of managed aquifer recharge (MAR) techniques in rural contexts, supporting projects that combine water technology, nature-based solutions, and business model innovation for drought adaptation and groundwater management. Eligible applicants include research institutions, SMEs, local authorities, and consortia working on water security and climate resilience.
Ensuring continuous effectiveness of protected areas in conserving habitats and species while facing intensifying drivers of biodiversity loss
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This Horizon Europe call funds research and innovation projects to enhance the effectiveness of protected areas in conserving biodiversity and habitats under intensifying climate and environmental pressures. It targets universities, research institutions, and consortia across EU member states and associated countries working on conservation biology, ecology, nature-based solutions, and adaptive management strategies.
Understanding and tackling the decline of insects
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This grant funds research and innovation projects to understand the causes of insect decline and develop solutions to reverse it, including habitat restoration, conservation strategies, and ecosystem management. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and consortia working on biodiversity conservation and insect ecology across Europe.
Native American Affairs: Fiscal Year 2025 Colorado River Basin Tribal Drought Resiliency Program
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This grant funds drought resiliency and water management projects for Native American tribes in the Colorado River Basin, with a focus on climate adaptation and sustainable water use. Eligible applicants are federally recognized tribes and tribal organizations seeking to build resilience to drought through infrastructure, planning, and conservation initiatives.
Energy Preparedness Initiative – Protection of Pump Stations for Heat/Cooling and Heat Boiler Renovation
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This grant funds protection and renovation of critical energy infrastructure—specifically pump stations in heating/cooling systems and backup boilers—to enhance Sweden's energy security and resilience during crises. Eligible applicants are energy companies and infrastructure operators seeking to strengthen the reliability of heat and cooling supply.
FY 2024 – 2026 Broad Agency Announcement for marine fisheries and ocean research
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This is a Broad Agency Announcement from NOAA's National Marine Fisheries Service funding research and projects related to marine fisheries, ocean ecosystems, and climate impacts on marine resources. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and private organizations working on ocean and fisheries science.
FY 2024–2026 Broad Agency Announcement
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NOAA's Broad Agency Announcement solicits new research and project proposals aligned with NOAA's strategic priorities across ocean, atmospheric, fisheries, and environmental satellite domains. Eligible entities include universities, nonprofits, research institutions, and other organizations working on NOAA mission-aligned climate, ocean, weather, and environmental science initiatives.
2026: A participatory and transparent selection process open to initiatives, collectives, organizations, and…
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Surge 2026 is a participatory funding programme supporting grassroots initiatives, collectives, and organizations working on climate justice, social justice, peace/security, and civic participation across Mexico. It provides flexible grants and strategic accompaniment to underserved groups, with a track record of supporting 30+ initiatives across 17 states.
Danube river basin lighthouse – Demonstration of effective and sustainable management of sediments in the Danube river-Black sea system
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This grant funds demonstration projects on sustainable sediment management in the Danube river-Black Sea system to protect freshwater ecosystems. It targets organizations working on river basin management, ecosystem restoration, and water resource sustainability in the Danube region.
LATINA: Documentary Support Andean Glaciers Peru - small action credit
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This funder) grant funds small-scale, low-cost development projects with diverse components (technical, social, organizational, policy, economic, informational) focused on Andean glacier conservation and water resource protection in Peru. Eligible applicants include NGOs, research institutions, and local organizations working on climate adaptation and biodiversity protection in glacier-dependent regions.
Nature-based Climate Solutions Knowledge & Capacity Initiative
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This grant funds capacity-building and knowledge-sharing for civil society and Indigenous organizations in developing countries to design and implement nature-based climate adaptation solutions. It supports training, online courses, and networking platforms targeting 500+ users across 25 countries, with focus on Sub-Saharan Africa, small island developing states, and least developed countries.
FY 2024–2026 Broad Agency Announcement for Education
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NOAA's Office of Education solicits applications for special projects and programs aligned with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals across fiscal years 2024-2026. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and other organizations proposing education, research, or capacity-building initiatives in marine science, atmospheric science, fisheries, ocean conservation, and environmental monitoring.
FY 2024–2026 Broad Agency Announcement for oceanic, atmospheric, and climate research
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NOAA's Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research invites applications for special projects and programs aligned with NOAA's strategic plan and mission goals across fiscal years 2024–2026. Eligible applicants include universities, nonprofits, commercial organizations, governments, and individuals proposing work in oceanic, atmospheric, and climate-related research and services.
Frontiers Planet Prize 2027 (National Nomination)
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This grant awards up to CHF 1 million to support breakthrough research on planetary boundaries and public health, with three International Champions selected globally. Eligible applicants must be faculty members or researchers within the funder+) member institutions.
ACT Fund Technical Assistance Facility
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This is a technical assistance facility funding inclusive organic, regenerative, agroecological and climate-resilient agricultural systems, primarily in Sub-Saharan Africa. It supports farmers and agricultural organizations transitioning to sustainable farming practices with capacity-building and advisory services.
Planisols: Aid for Land Sobriety and Limiting Soil Artificialisation in Territorial Strategies
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Planisols is a French technical and financial support programme that helps territories develop strategies to preserve soils, combat land artificialisation, and achieve net-zero artificialisation by 2050. It funds diagnostic studies, strategic planning, soil observatories, and awareness-raising activities across regional to municipal scales.
Wading Bird Response to Ecosystem Restoration in Southwest Florida
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This is a Statement of Interest solicitation from the Department of Defense seeking qualified research teams to investigate how wading birds respond to ecosystem restoration activities in Southwest Florida. The project funds ecological research on military installations under a 12-month base period with optional extensions, targeting early-stage investigator identification before full proposal submission.
American Crocodile Monitoring as an Indicator of Hydrologic Restoration in the Southern Estuaries
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This grant funds ecological monitoring of American crocodiles as a biological indicator to assess the success of hydrologic restoration projects in southern Florida estuaries, administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. It is intended for research institutions, universities, and environmental organizations capable of conducting long-term wildlife monitoring and ecological assessment.
American Alligators as Ecological Indicators of Everglades Restoration
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This grant funds research using American alligators as ecological indicators to monitor and evaluate Everglades restoration success. It targets researchers and institutions studying ecosystem health and restoration outcomes in the Everglades.
Aquatic Fauna and Primary Production in the Florida Everglades
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This grant funds research on aquatic fauna and primary production dynamics in the Florida Everglades, likely with applications to climate resilience and carbon cycling in wetland ecosystems. It is open to research institutions and organizations studying ecological and environmental processes in this critical wetland system.
Groundwater and Surficial Water Salinity Changes in Everglades National Park using Aerial Electromagnetic Surveys
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This grant funds Aerial Electromagnetic surveys to map saltwater intrusion in the Everglades and forecast freshwater-saltwater interface trends to support wetland restoration and management decisions. It is targeted at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Jacksonville District and their research partners.
European Maritime Space and Inland Ports - Works
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This is a European Union infrastructure grant programme supporting sustainable maritime transport and inland port development across Europe. It funds capital works and infrastructure projects that advance multimodal mobility and reduce transport emissions.
Enhanced resilience in multimodal passenger transport through digital technologies and generative and discriminative AI
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This Horizon Europe Innovation Action funds projects developing digital technologies and AI solutions to enhance resilience in multimodal passenger transport systems. It targets consortia of research institutions, industry, and transport operators across the EU seeking to deploy generative and discriminative AI for transport network optimization and climate adaptation.
Agritech Modernization Grant
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This grant funds modernization of smallholder farming systems through agritech, digital tools, and climate-smart practices to improve productivity, market access, and food security. Eligible applicants are agribusinesses, cooperatives, and agritech firms with established linkages to smallholder farmers, seeking $100K–$2.5M for technology deployment, capacity building, and value-chain strengthening.
Aquatic Fauna Response to Ecosystem Restoration in Southwest Florida
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This grant funds research on how aquatic fauna respond to ecosystem restoration efforts in Southwest Florida, with a focus on understanding ecological recovery outcomes. It is open to research institutions and organizations conducting field-based ecological studies in coastal/wetland restoration contexts.
Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program
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This USDA Forest Service grant funds the conservation and management of community forests and open spaces to provide ecosystem services, recreation, and community benefits. It is open to nonprofits, local authorities, tribes, and other eligible entities working on forest and land conservation projects.
Consolidating and disseminating cost-effective approaches to mitigate human-elephant conflicts in India and Nepal
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This grant funds the consolidation and dissemination of cost-effective strategies to reduce human-elephant conflicts in India and Nepal, supporting conservation and coexistence approaches. It targets organizations working on wildlife conflict mitigation and biodiversity protection in South Asia.
ROSES25: A.13 Accelerating Earth Solutions
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NASA's broad Earth science research solicitation funding projects that advance scientific understanding and technological solutions to critical Earth challenges including agriculture, disaster resilience, water resources, wildland fire, energy systems, and resilient infrastructure. Eligible applicants include universities, research institutions, nonprofits, and companies conducting Earth science research with practical applications to societal challenges.