The ABC Conservation Awards (up to £3 thousand) support small and medium-sized bird conservation projects in Africa. Applicants should normally be resident in Africa. The ABC Expedition Awards (up to £5 thousand) take place within continental Africa or adjacent islands, with a strong base in conservation and birds. Applications are reviewed multiple times a year, with deadlines at the end of February, June, and October. Link
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IHE Delft Institute for Water Education — Master Program Scholarship
The IHE Delft Institute for Water Education offers scholarships for Indonesian citizens to pursue a Master of Science in Water and Sustainable Development. The program is available for both the regular and research MSc tracks starting in November, providing comprehensive financial support for the duration of the studies. Applicants must be Indonesian citizens who agree to return to Indonesia upon graduation to contribute to national priority sectors. The scholarship covers full costs. The scholarship application deadline is 23 February 2026. Know more
Roots — Micro-Grants
The Roots Micro-Grants Program supports youth-led projects to empower voices from the Global South to advocate for climate justice. The program provides grants of up to US$10 thousand to initiatives that prioritize climate justice and social equity. The program will provide grants for between 10-15 grassroots youth-led initiatives, with a focus on groups in Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, North Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. The group/organization does not need to be legally registered in order to be eligible to apply. The application deadline is 28 February 2026. Details here
EIT Climate-KIC — AI and Deep Tech for Climate Impact
EIT Climate-KIC invites applications from entrepreneurship support organizations to design and manage accelerator programs focused on artificial intelligence and deep-tech climate solutions. This global call is open to organizations and consortiums, including accelerators, incubators, and universities, that can support at least seven climate-focused startups per batch. While EIT Climate-KIC does not provide direct funding for program implementation, selected partners gain access to a global innovation network, impact assessment tools, and investment matchmaking services to help attract sponsors and co-funding. The deadline for expressions of interest is 28 February 2026. ClimAccelerator 2026
Ghent University — Doctoral Scholarships for Candidates from the Global South
The Ghent University provides doctoral scholarships to support PhD candidates from low- and middle-income countries who wish to carry out doctoral research at Ghent University. The scholarship covers a monthly stipend, bench fee, travel costs, and insurance. Eligible applicants must be nationals of a developing country. The application deadline is 17 February 2026. Doctoral Scholarships
FirstRand – Water Education Scholarship
FirstRand Foundation provides postgraduate opportunities for South African students in the Netherlands. The program offers full funding for one student per year to pursue an MSc in Water and Sustainable Development. Eligibility is limited to South African citizens who have not previously studied abroad and who are committed to returning to South Africa for at least five years after graduation. Applicants must first secure admission to one of the four thematic tracks of the master’s program at IHE Delft before applying for the scholarship. Selection is based on academic excellence, leadership qualities, and community involvement. The application deadline is 19 February 2026. Details here
Earth Journalism Network — Biodiversity Story Grants in the Western Balkans
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers reporting grants to support in-depth journalism on biodiversity threats, conservation solutions, and the value of nature in the Western Balkans. This program is open to professional staff and freelance journalists working in any medium who are based in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia. EJN expects to award up to 15 grants with an average budget of €1,200 per story to cover reporting costs such as travel, research, and equipment. Selected journalists also receive one-on-one editorial mentorship to help develop and publish their work by August 2026. The application deadline is 19 February 2026. Link
Earth Journalism Network — Forest Governance Story Grants
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) provides grants to support in-depth investigative reporting on forest governance, deforestation, and the rights of indigenous communities. This program is open to professional and freelance journalists worldwide, with a particular focus on those based in Cameroon, Liberia, Ghana, Vietnam, and Indonesia. Selected fellows receive professional mentorship and funding to cover reporting costs such as travel, field research, and data collection. EJN typically awards around seven grants per cycle, with an average budget of £1,500 per project. The application deadline for the current round of story grants is 26 February 2026. Media Grants to Strengthen Reporting on Forest Governance Issues
Wilkes Center — Climate Prize
The Wilkes Climate supports innovative ideas to help fund and accelerate solutions to climate change. Organizations at all stages, both for-profits and nonprofits, anywhere in the world are eligible to submit ideas. The first round of submissions is due 28 February 2026. Wilkes Climate Launch Prize
Earth Journalism Network — Story Grants Climate Change and the Private Sector
The Earth Journalism Network (EJN) offers story grants to support in-depth reporting on the intersection of corporate activities and climate change. This opportunity is currently open to journalists and communicators based in Indonesia and India who can produce rigorous, evidence-based stories on business practices and sustainability. Applicants can be staff reporters or freelancers and may apply individually or as part of a team. The program provides up to 10 grants in each region, with awards of approximately €1,800 to cover reporting expenses and time. Selected fellows also receive professional mentorship and editorial guidance throughout the production process. The application deadline for the current calls in Indonesia and India is 28 February 2026. Story Grants