African Climate Intervention Fellowship for Early-Career Researchers ·Emerging Climate Frontiers

Overview

This fully funded virtual fellowship, the African Climate Intervention Fellowship for Early-Career Researchers (ACIFER) 2026, offers emerging scholars and practitioners the opportunity to contribute to climate intervention research and policy discussions.

Eligibility

Applicants who can apply include:

• Early-career researchers
• Master's students
• PhD candidates
• Climate and environmental professionals
• Policy practitioners
• Innovators and emerging leaders interested in climate intervention research

Benefits

Selected participants will gain:

• Access to expert-led webinars on Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) and Solar Radiation Modification (SRM)
• Training in climate modelling and impact assessment
• Research proposal development support
• Collaborative policy brief writing opportunities
• Structured mentorship from experienced researchers and climate experts
• Peer-to-peer learning opportunities
• Networking with African and international experts
• Proposal pitching sessions
• Opportunities for publication and research dissemination

How to Apply

Interested applicants can submit their applications online at the following link: Apply Here.

Deadline

Applications are encouraged to be submitted as soon as possible for this unique opportunity.