Funds a South Africa-Germany research chair to advance collaborative, innovative research and capacity building on the social, economic, and environmental aspects of a just energy transition.
Funder: National Research Foundation
Due Dates: July 31, 2024 (Applicant) | August 7, 2024 (Institutional/DA)
Funding Amounts: Chair funding is typically for up to 5 years; amount and terms as per SARChI/Bilateral Chair guidelines, subject to negotiation and NRF policies.
Summary: Establishes a bilateral research chair to advance collaborative research and capacity building in the just energy transition between South Africa and Germany.
Key Information: Application must comply with both the SARChI Chair framework and NRF General Application Guide; only South African public universities are eligible to host.
This opportunity supports the establishment of the DSI‑NRF / German Bilateral Research Chair in Just Energy Transition. The programme aims to foster high-level, long-term research collaboration between South African and German institutions, focusing on the social, economic, and environmental aspects of transitioning to sustainable energy systems. The Chair is expected to drive innovative, impactful research, knowledge exchange, and capacity building, ensuring the energy transition is equitable and inclusive.