The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) intends to allocate grant funds for the implementation of the grant Smallholder Economic Empowerment through Digital Solutions program. Interested applicants are invited to submit a proposal for the services required for the implementation of the program. Only applicants that are a legally registered entity in an IFAD Member State are eligible to apply. The deadline for submitting applications is 16 June 2023. Know more
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RELX Group — Environmental Challenge in Water and Sanitation 2023
The RELX Group sponsors the RELX Group Environmental Challenge to recognize projects worldwide that best demonstrate sustainable access to safe water and/or access to improved sanitation. The challenge is open to individuals and organizations (profit and non-profit). Projects must advance sustainable access to safe water where it is presently at risk, and/or access to improved sanitation. The first prize is US$50 thousand; second prize is US$25 thousand. The submission deadline is 18 June 2023. About the RELX Group Environmental Challenge
Canada Fund for Local Initiatives — Community Projects in Mongolia
The Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (CFLI) invites proposals that meet the needs of local communities in Mongolia. CFLI provides funding to projects that implement environment and climate action projects focusing on adaptation and mitigation, water management, and other thematic priorities. The average contribution is C$12 thousand to C$20 thousand per project. Eligibility extends to not-for-profit local, national or community-based organizations. The deadline for submission is 19 June 2023. CFLI Mongolia
Caribbean Biodiversity Fund — Awards for Conservation Heroes
The Biodiversity Excellence Awards for Conservation Heroes (BEACH) honors outstanding individuals and organizations for their contributions to biodiversity conservation and sustainable development within the Caribbean. The nominees must have a proven track record of actively implementing projects in the Caribbean region. The deadline for nominations is 22 June 2023. Awards for Conservation Heroes
International Development Research Centre — Regional Research Networks
The International Development Research Centre (IDRC) announces a call for full proposals for the selection of regional research hubs to advance skills and policies for an inclusive and sustainable future of work. This initiative supports high-quality, innovative and gender responsive research that addresses key Future of Work challenges, including climate-resilient food systems. Regional research hubs can submit budget requests of up to a maximum of CA$1.7 million. IDRC is expecting to fund 5 regional research hubs in Asia, Sub-Saharan Africa, MENA and LAC. The application deadline is 26 June 2023. Details here
L’Oreal and UNESCO — Women in Science International Awards
The Women in Science International Awards designates five outstanding researchers in Life and Environmental Sciences, each working in one of the following regions: Africa and the Arab States, Asia and the Pacific, Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, North America. Each of the Laureates will receive €100 thousand. The candidate must be actively involved in scientific research in any field of Life and Environmental Sciences. Nominations must be submitted by 28 June 2023. International Awards in Life and Environmental sciences
North American Association for Environmental Education — STEM Education
The North American Association for Environmental Education offers a grant opportunity in E-STEM education to solve environmental issues. The Pratt & Whitney E-STEM Awards support new and existing programs that engage students in meaningful STEM learning experiences through environmental problem solving. The E-STEM Innovation Grants provide funding of up to US$15 thousand USD for new or enhanced programs, and the Global E-STEM Excellence Prize awards up to US$50 thousand to nonprofit organizations. The opportunities are open to nonprofit organizations around the world who engage students (ages 11-18) in E-STEM programming. Applications are due 28 June 2023. E-STEM Education
United Nations Environment Programme — Pilot Cities for Urban Ecosystem Restoration
The United Nations Environment Program seeks cities interested in starting or scaling up ecosystem restoration efforts. The program will support eight pilot cities with grants of US$ 50 thousand to US$100 thousand to develop innovative policy approaches, and initiate implementation of urban ecosystem restoration and nature-based solutions implementation. The project duration is 21 months. The call for proposals closes on 30 June 2023. Know more
World Academy of Sciences — PhD in Chemical and Biological Sciences
The International Centre for Chemical and Biological Sciences (ICCBS) offers postdoctoral fellowships to young scientists from developing countries (other than Pakistan) who wish to pursue postdoctoral research in organic chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular medicine, pharmacology or physical chemistry. The duration of the fellowships is six to twelve months. Subject areas range across the physical and natural sciences, including agricultural sciences. ICCBS will provide a monthly stipend to cover living costs, food, and health insurance. The deadline for receipt of applications is 30 June 2023. TWAS-ICCBS Postdoctoral Fellowship
Prince Albert II Foundation — Call for Projects 2023
The Prince Albert II Foundation is dedicated to the protection of the environment and the promotion of sustainable development on a global scale. Currently, the Foundation calls for projects in 4 thematic areas: forest conservation through local and indigenous action; strengthening arctic and antarctic marine protected areas; coastal and marine solutions; and other projects that relate to climate change, biodiversity, or water preservation. The application closes 30 June 2023. More information