New Research Centres for Environment-friendly Energy
The Research Council of Norway funds new research centres focused on advancing interdisciplinary, society-driven science for environment-friendly energy transitions.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: March 18, 2026 (Mandatory outline) | September 23, 2026 (Main application)
Funding Amounts: NOK 60–120 million per centre over 8 years; total call budget NOK 240 million; up to three centres funded.
Summary: Establishes up to three interdisciplinary research centres to advance knowledge and solutions for Norway’s energy transition, focusing on societal and human dimensions.
Key Information: Outline submission is mandatory for eligibility; only applicants submitting an outline by March 18, 2026 may submit a main application.
Description
This initiative by the Research Council of Norway aims to establish up to three new Centres for Environment-friendly Energy Research (FME Society) starting in 2027. The centres are designed to generate research-based knowledge critical for addressing societal challenges of the energy transition, with a primary emphasis on social sciences and humanistic perspectives, complemented by relevant natural sciences and technology. The centres will support Norway’s energy and climate policy objectives, providing strategic insights for public administration, business, and other stakeholders. Interdisciplinary collaboration, broad stakeholder engagement—including international partners—and capacity-building are central to the scheme.
