Germany’s International Climate Initiative (IKI) supports projects on climate change mitigation and adaptation, and biodiversity projects that have climate relevance. The focus of the IKI Medium Grants scheme is to provide support to the implementation of projects addressing the global loss of biodiversity in connection with climate change. Each project can receive a grant of between €300 thousand to a maximum of €800 thousand over a period of two to three years. Funding is available for non-profit organizations (associations, foundations, think tanks) and academic institutions (universities and research institutions), as well as non-profit companies in Germany. Projects have to be implemented in collaboration with local implementing organizations in ODA countries. Project outlines can be submitted by 12 January 2027. Climate Initiative Medium Grants
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Tuscan-Emilian Apennine National Park Authority — Women & Biosphere International Photo Competition
Three Emilia-Romagna protected-area bodies, under UNESCO’s Man and the Biosphere programme, invite photographers worldwide to enter a free contest on women’s role in sustainable development, biodiversity conservation and natural resource management. There are three categories: Water is Woman, Society is Woman and The Profession is Woman. Prizes total over €5,000 in photographic equipment, local products and books, with special prizes. Entrants must be 18 or over, amateurs and professionals alike, and can submit. The deadline is 20 January 2027. Women & Biosphere International Photo Competition
KU Leuven — PhD Scholarships for Students from the Global South
KU Leuven is the largest university in Flanders, Belgium. As one part of its cooperation to advance international development, KU Leuven offers PhD scholarships to candidates from developing countries. The university offers sandwich scholarships, which means that 50% of the research takes place at KU Leuven and 50% at the home institution of the scholar, as well as full-time research at KU Leuven. The scholarships are offered to proposals that deal with a development-relevant research topic, preferably linked to the Sustainable Development Goals. Online applications have to be completed before 04 February 2027. PhD Scholarships for Researchers
Rufford Foundation — Grants for Nature Conservation
The Rufford Foundation makes grants for nature conservation undertaken by small and medium-sized organizations for projects in the developing world. The Foundation prefers projects that are pragmatic, and that have a significant human element. There are no restrictions by nationality or country of residence. Grant applications are made in sequential stages: first grant, second grant, booster grants, and completion grant. Grants start at £7 thousand and increase to £18 thousand for projects that complete each stage. Applications can be submitted at any time. Instructions for Applicants
Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement — Student Ambassador Program
The Tyler Prize recruits undergraduate and postgraduate students from anywhere in the world to serve as 2027 Student Ambassadors. Ambassadors promote the laureates’ work on social media and in their communities. Ambassadors receive skills training in storytelling, social media and event delivery. Applicants must be proficient in English and interested in themes such as climate, oceans, economics, policy, pollution, food and agriculture, water, health and equality. Applications close 30 October 2026. Tyler Prize Student Ambassador Program
International Funders for Indigenous Peoples — Scholarships for Indigenous Leaders to Attend the Darwin Conference
International Funders for Indigenous Peoples (IFIP) offers scholarships to Indigenous leaders, community members and changemakers from Asia and the Pacific, Africa and Latin America to attend its Global Conference in Darwin, Australia (April 2027). Applicants must identify as Indigenous and be actively engaged in a community, organization or Indigenous-led initiative. Their work should relate to areas such as Indigenous leadership, philanthropy and funding, Indigenous rights, climate, biodiversity, Indigenous knowledge and territories, gender equality or youth leadership. The scholarship covers conference registration, hotel accommodation, round-trip economy airfare, and local transport. Applications close on 06 November 2026. More information
Eni — Prizes for Energy and Environmental Science
The 2027 Eni Award includes two prizes relevant to environmental research. The Advanced Environmental Solutions Prize gives one indivisible €200,000 award to a researcher or a pair of joint main authors with internationally significant results from the past ten years in environmental stewardship, such as biodiversity and habitat protection, nature-based solutions, ecosystem restoration, remediation, water stewardship, air quality or sustainable use of natural resources. The Young Talents from Africa Prize gives two African PhD students €25,000 each for research in energy and environment such as renewables, decarbonisation, circular economy, water treatment, biodiversity, nature-based solutions or sustainable agriculture. For both prizes, the deadline is 20 November 2026. Know more
Royal Geographical Society — Grants with Deadlines in November 2026
The Royal Geographical Society funds geographical research, fieldwork and expeditions. Four awards close on 16 November 2026: the Ralph Brown Expedition Award (up to £15,000 for an expedition working in an aquatic environment such as coral reefs, rivers, lakes or shallow seas), the Thesiger-Oman International Fellowships (two awards of £15,000 for fieldwork in arid and semi-arid environments), the Walters Kundert Fellowship (£15,000 for post-PhD field research in Arctic or high mountain environments) and the Gilchrist Fieldwork Award (£15,000 for challenging overseas fieldwork by small teams). The Postgraduate Research Awards (up to £2,500 for PhD fieldwork and data collection) close on 23 November 2026. Grant deadlines
Alice McCosh Trust — Small Grants for Natural History and Environmental Work
The Alice McCosh Trust awards one-off grants of around £1,000 to advance education in natural history and the environment. Grants can cover fieldwork for a research project or the cost of producing materials that increase understanding of the environment or encourage people to protect it. Individuals of any age and nationality can apply. The application deadline is 30 November each year. Link
Yale University — Young Global Scholars Program
Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) offers two-week academic summer programs for high school students from all around the world. The program offers four interdisciplinary sessions on campus at Yale (USA), including sessions on Innovations in Science & Technology and Solving Global Challenges. YYGS offers the opportunity for students to apply for need-based financial aid. Furthermore, YYGS will waive the application fee if it constitutes a significant financial burden for the student’s family. The application deadline is 15 October 2026. About Yale Young Global Scholars