The Norwegian Human Rights Fund (NHRF) invites applications for the Land and Environmental Rights call for proposals. Through this call, NRHF seeks to increase support to human rights organisations working with land rights and environmental rights, including natural resources.The call is open to human rights organisations located and working with land and environmental rights in Indonesia, Mexico and Thailand. The amount offered is between US$15 thousand and US$25 thousand for one year projects. The deadline for concept notes is 02 June 2019. Link
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SFFILM — Vulcan Productions Environmental Fellowship
SFFILM invites applications for the Vulcan Productions Environmental Fellowship. The call is directed to documentary filmmakers telling powerful stories about the environment and/or conservation. Environmental filmmakers from any nationality are invited to apply. The fellowship includes a US$25 thousand grant, an advisor with expertise in the specific environmental topic, access to SFFILM’s dynamic suite of artist development services, and a trip to San Francisco and Vulcan Production’s headquarters in Seattle to partake in workshops and other activities. The final deadline is 05 June 2019. Find out more
ENGIE Africa Corporate Foundation — Urban Power & Clean Water Solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa
ENGIE Africa invites innovators and startups to apply for the Call for Urban Power & Clean Water Solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. The call is open to developers of new technologies and service based solutions to improve reliable access to energy and clean water in urban Sub-Saharan Africa. Selected projects will be able to test the efficiency and viability of the proposed solution in the relevant environment (Testing phase), and based on the results of the testing phase, integration within the Engie Africa business portfolio and further co-development of the project. The deadline for submission of applications is 06 June 2019. About
United Nations Development Program — Sustainable Alternative Livelihood Projects for Marine Protected Areas
The United Nations Development Program (UNDP) invites submissions for the call for proposals on Sustainable Alternative Livelihood Projects for Marine Protected Areas in the Republic of Mauritius. The call aims to mainstream the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity and ecosystem services into coastal zone management. Eligibility extends to non-governmental organizations in the Republic of Mauritius and Rodrigues. Proposal amounts should be of a maximum of US$50 thousand. The deadline for submissions is 10 June 2019. More about the call for proposals
RMTI University — Scholarships 2019
The RMTI University offers scholarships for international students undertaking a degree at the University’s College of Science, Engineering and Health. Courses in the Science department include environmental science, food science, biological sciences, among others. Eligible candidates must be citizens of Indonesia, Malaysia or Singapore that achieve a minimum of 70% average in their highest level of education award. The scholarship total value is AU$10 thousand. The deadline for applications is 14 June 2019 (Semester 2 2019), and 15 January 2020 (Semester 1 2020). Find out more
European Commission — Support to Zambia Energy Sector
The European Commission invites proposals for the Support to Zambia Energy Sector: Increased Access to Electricity and Renewable Energy Production (IAEREP) Program. The aim of the program is to increase access to affordable, reliable and modern energy for all in Zambia. Eligible lead-applicants must be established in a Member State of the European Union or in other countries eligible under the 11th EDF. The maximum budget amounts are: Lot 1 €2 million; Lot 2 €6 million; and Lot 3 €2 million The deadline for submissions is 24 June 2019. Link
Outdoor Hunt — Annual Scholarship Awards 2019
Outdoor Hunt invites application for the Annual Scholarship Awards 2019. Participants are asked to write an original article on “Benefits of Trekking” of about 800-1000 words (min 800 words) in the English language. The prize is open to both postgraduate and undergraduate of college in any stream. Three winners get prizes of US$1 thousand (1st Prize), US$500 (2nd prize), and US$300 (3rd Prize). Applications close on 25 June 2019. About the award
Unilever — Young Entrepreneurs Awards 2019
The Unilever Young Entrepreneurs Awards invite nominations of individuals ages 18 to 35 anywhere in the world who have initiatives, products, or services that address sustainability challenges in three categories. The categories are ‘improve people’s health and well-being’; ‘improve the health of the planet’; and ‘contribute to a fairer and more socially inclusive world’. Unilever will recognise up to eight winners in 2019, each of whom will be awarded a cash prize in addition to one-to-one mentoring support for a year. The overall winner will receive the “HRH The Prince of Wales Young Sustainability Entrepreneur Prize” of €50 thousand, the remaining winners will each receive a €8.5 thousand cash award. The deadline for nominations is 30 June 2019. Link
Woodard & Curran Foundation — Water Impact Grant
The Woodard & Curran Foundation funds innovative projects that apply or advances technology by addressing water issues (e.g. water, wastewater, stormwater). One total grant of US$100 thousand will be awarded over three consecutive years. Eligibility extends to US-based non-profit organizations. The proposed project can be located outside the U.S. (including local partners) but should demonstrate U.S. benefit. The deadline for applications is 30 June 2019. Find details
Australian Center for International Agricultural Research — John Dillon Fellowships
ACIAR awards the John Dillon Fellowships to agricultural scientists or economists from our partner countries and Australia. The fellowships aim to support the professional development of outstanding mid-career agricultural scientists, economists and researchers. Key features of the program are: a 4-6 week residential stay in Australia, a 1-week hosting period with an Australian organisation, formal training, program of visits to engage with various Australian institutions, and exposure to relevant researchers, industry experts and professionals. ACIAR funds fifteen individual John Dillon fellowships. The deadline for applications is 30 June 2019. Link