Apply for the ACU Commonwealth Climate Resilience Challenge Grants 2025
Applications are now open for the ACU Commonwealth Climate Resilience Challenge Grants 2025, an initiative supporting innovative projects by member universities to enhance climate resilience. This opportunity is perfect for academic and professional staff seeking funding to lead impactful initiatives aligned with the Commonwealth Climate Resilience Network (CCRN).
These grants empower universities to strengthen their own resilience while contributing to the climate adaptability of communities, businesses, and governments.
Grant Focus Areas
Eligible projects should align with one of these key areas:
- Advancing Climate Change Learning and Training
- Developing and sharing teaching materials.
- Promoting virtual collaborations or exchanges.
- Strengthening professional practices for climate adaptation.
- Boosting Research Capacity for Climate Adaptation
- Virtual fellowships or comparative studies.
- Capacity building in research management and indigenous knowledge.
- Documenting resilience practices within local contexts.
- Improving Institutional Resilience Practices
- Creating tools, training, and strategies for universities to enhance operational continuity.
- Strengthening policies to mitigate climate-related disruptions.
Funding Details
- Grant Amount: Up to £3,500 each for three selected projects.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be staff members at ACU member universities.
- Partnerships are encouraged, especially with other ACU member institutions, though collaborations with non-member organizations are also considered.
- Proposals with matching funds or additional financial support from the applicant’s institution will receive favorable consideration.
Application Process
- Prepare Your Proposal
Outline your project idea, including objectives, expected impact, and budget. - Submit Online
- Log in to the MyACU portal to access the application form.
- Don’t have an account? Register for MyACU, follow the instructions in your confirmation email, and then complete the form.
Why Apply?
This is your chance to make a meaningful contribution to climate resilience while fostering collaboration across the Commonwealth. Successful projects will not only receive financial backing but will also play a critical role in addressing global climate challenges.
