Faculty Climate Research Grants
Internal — Harvard University only
Harvard University's Faculty Climate Research Grants support innovative faculty research on climate change and sustainability challenges specific to South Asia.
Funder: Harvard University
Due Dates: October 31, 2026: Application deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $15,000 per project for Harvard-based faculty; up to INR 10,65,000 for India-based projects; 1-year project duration with possible no-cost extension.
Summary: Supports innovative, interdisciplinary Harvard faculty research addressing climate change and environmental sustainability in South Asia.
Key Information: Applicants must be full-time Harvard faculty (hospital affiliates ineligible); projects must have a strong South Asia climate focus.
Description
The Faculty Climate Research Grants, administered by the Lakshmi Mittal and Family South Asia Institute at Harvard University, are designed to support Harvard faculty in conducting research that advances understanding and solutions for climate change and environmental sustainability in South Asia. The program promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, aiming to catalyze new knowledge and develop practical approaches to address climate challenges unique to the region. Projects may focus on energy transition, food systems, law and policy, adaptation, decarbonization, governance, equity, and more. Proposals with clear practical applications and innovative, transformative potential are prioritized.
