The Hurtigruten Foundation invites applications for projects that protect wildlife, reduce plastic waste, and support local communities in the areas where the company operates. The program funds grassroots initiatives, scientific research, and educational projects that promote sustainable tourism and climate change mitigation. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations and community groups active in Hurtigruten’s destinations, which include the Norwegian coast, Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland, Antarctica, and parts of the Americas and Africa. Grants typically range from 50,000 NOK to 100,000 NOK, though larger or smaller amounts are considered based on project needs. The deadlines are 01 May 2026 and 01 November 2026. Environmental and Community Grants
Category: Energy, Climate Change
Bow Seat invites applications for the Ocean Awareness Contest to engage students in environmental conservation through creative expression. The program encourages participants to explore the connection between human activities and the health of the ocean through categories such as visual art, creative writing, film, interactive and multimedia, and performing arts. Eligible applicants include students worldwide between the ages of 11 and 18. The contest offers various cash awards, with gold prize winners receiving US$1,000, silver winners receiving US$750, and bronze winners receiving US$500. The contest deadline is 08 June 2026. Ocean Awareness Contest
- Tags: awards/prizes, climate, june2026, marine/coastal, worldwide, youth
The Climate Technology Initiative (CTI PFAN) provides funding to climate or clean energy projects. PFAN accepts applications for projects in low- and middle-income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Pacific Islands, Eastern Europe, Central Asia, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands. Projects may request between US$1 million and US$50 million. Projects providing energy access or rural electrification (clean cookstoves, solar home systems, mini-grids) may request smaller sums between US$500 thousand and US$50 million. Proposals are invited from companies, individuals, or legal persons; public-private partnerships; and entities that are legally structured to redistribute profits. Applications can be submitted anytime and are evaluated quarterly. Details
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
- Tags: Africa, climate, community projects, february2026, individuals, LAC, MENA, nonprofit orgs, South Asia, youth
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
The Covering Climate Now Journalism Awards honors excellent reporting on critical dimensions of the climate story. Submissions are accepted from journalists everywhere, representing news outlets big and small, as well as freelancers. Outlets may also submit several entries by different journalists. Stories must be about climate change, not just the environment. Environmental stories that do significantly consider climate implications, such as the effects of deforestation on carbon storage, are eligible for submission. The deadline for completed entries is 31 March 2026. Know more
The ENGIE Foundation makes grants in thematic areas that include support for improved energy access by disadvantaged communities. Applicants provide summary information about their organization and its partners; objectives and context of the proposed project; details of the funding request; and how the project will be evaluated. Applications (French, English, Dutch) can be submitted at any time. Link
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
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
- Tags: climate, february2026, individuals, media/journalism, South Asia
The Climate Investment Challenge is a global competition that invites graduate students and early-career professionals to develop investment-ready climate solutions addressing climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience across sectors such as energy, food systems, nature, cities, and industry. Participants work in teams to design financially viable projects and receive training, mentorship, and feedback from climate finance and industry experts throughout the challenge. Finalist teams compete for cash prizes (typically up to US$10 thousand) and gain exposure to investors and climate leaders to help advance or pilot their solutions. The challenge is open worldwide.The submission deadline for concept notes is 16 March 2026. Climate Investment Challenge
- Tags: awards/prizes, climate, early-career, individuals, march2026, worldwide