The Green Institute recruits its February 2027 cohort of Green Fellows. Fellows complete a course and attend fellowship conferences. Benefits include training from sustainability experts, a peer network, a certificate on completion and a portfolio of projects. One fellow who meets all requirements and shows documented impact may receive a US$1,000 post-fellowship award to continue or expand the initiative. Applications close on 07 January 2027. Green Global Fellowship
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German Government — International Climate Initiative Medium Grants
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
Keeling Curve Prize — Global Warming Mitigation Project
The Keeling Curve Prize offers micro-funding and recognition to individuals or organizations with active or ongoing projects that reduce CO2 emissions or increase CO2 uptake. Each year, US$50 thousand will be awarded to up to 10 winners, chosen by internationally recognized climate scientists and energy experts, for innovative ideas that generate, conserve, or design clean energy solutions. This may include a concept, a plan, a product, a technology, or a strategy. Entries are accepted from anywhere in the world. The closing date for applicants is 15 January 2027. More about the Keeling Curve Prize
University of California at Berkeley — Beahrs Environmental Leadership Program 2027
The Beahrs ELP sponsors an annual three-week summer course in environmental science, policy, management, and leadership at UC Berkeley. The next course is scheduled for July 2027. ELP invites applications from mid-career professionals around the world. Workshops and field trips draw on the strengths of UC Berkeley and the greater San Francisco Bay Area of California. Course participants continue their learning and networking through the Berkeley ELP Alumni Network. The program offers a limited number of partial scholarships. The final deadline for scholarship review is 15 January 2027. Learn about the program
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
HCLTech — Awards for Climate Projects
HCLTech funds climate action projects in 24 countries, including Brazil, Mexico, Guatemala, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Vietnam and South Africa. Each year one winner receives US$500,000 and three runners-up receive US$250,000 each for a two-year project. Focus areas include wildlife and biodiversity conservation, land and ocean action, clean energy, climate advocacy and climate risk reduction, through adaptation, mitigation or resilience. Applicants must be NGOs, non-profits or charities legally registered for at least three years in the country where the project will be implemented. Applications close on 24 January 2027. Awards for Climate Projects
Leakey Foundation — Fellowships for Paleoanthropology and Primatology Students
The Leakey Foundation makes the Franklin Mosher Baldwin Memorial Fellowships to help students from developing countries get advanced education and training in paleoanthropology and primatology. Applicants should already be enrolled or provisionally accepted in a graduate program related to human origins and evolution. A fellowship provides for two years of support. The maximum award is US$15 thousand per year. The program has an annual deadline for new applications, and a different application process and deadline to apply for second-year renewals. The deadline for new applicants is 01 February 2027. See this fellowship
KU Leuven — Global Minds Doctoral Scholarships Programme
KU Leuven is the largest university in Flanders, Belgium. As one part of its cooperation to advance international development, KU Leuven offers Global Minds Scholarships to candidates from developing countries. Global Minds is a ‘sandwich’ system, which means that 50% of the research takes place at KU Leuven and 50% at the home institution of the scholar. The scholarships have a duration of 48 months. The program also reimburses travel costs from the home country of the PhD student to Belgium. Online applications have to be completed before 04 February 2027. More about the application procedure
Rotary Foundation — Masters Studies in Water and Sanitation
The Rotary Foundation partners with UNESCO to offer funding for master’s studies in water and sanitation. Applicants for Rotary’s support must be provisionally admitted to one of the three participating degree programs at UNESCO’s Institute for Water Education (IHE). Students apply via their local Rotary club or district. Each award is approximately €34 thousand, paid directly to UNESCO-IHE. The deadline for submitting Rotary scholarship applications is 15 March 2027. Find the Application Process
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