Green Future Fellowship
The Green Future Fellowship by the Royal Academy of Engineering supports innovative research and scalable technologies for climate mitigation and adaptation over a ten-year period.
Funder: Royal Academy of Engineering
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (expression of interest) | May 2027 (invited application) | July 2027 (applicant response to reviewer questions)
Funding Amounts: Up to £3 million per award over 10 years; typically funds 10 fellows per year; supports 50 fellows overall.
Summary: Supports academics, entrepreneurs, and innovators in developing and scaling breakthrough climate solutions with funding, mentorship, and tailored support.
Key Information: Open to both UK-based and international applicants willing to relocate; projects must benefit the UK and address climate mitigation or adaptation.
Description
The Green Future Fellowship, offered by the Royal Academy of Engineering, is a major UK-based initiative aimed at empowering academics, entrepreneurs, and innovators who are developing transformative climate solutions. The fellowship provides substantial long-term support—including up to £3 million in funding over ten years, mentorship from Academy Fellows, access to an exclusive support community, and bespoke training opportunities. The programme is designed to accelerate the development and scaling of practical, scalable technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and/or help the UK adapt to climate change. Both early-stage and advanced innovations are eligible, and the fellowship supports projects across academia, industry, and startups.
