The Agog has launched its Open Call: Climate Futures + Immersive Media 2026, offering up to $1 million in grants for creators and organisations using immersive technologies to address climate change and inspire public action.

This global funding opportunity supports innovators working at the intersection of storytelling, technology, and climate engagement, with applications open from May 12 to June 12, 2026.

Overview of the Agog Climate Futures Open Call

The Agog Open Call is designed to support projects that use immersive media to help audiences better understand climate challenges and imagine more sustainable futures. It encourages experimental and impactful storytelling that moves people from awareness to action.

The programme is open to a wide range of applicants, including:

Artists and creative studios
Technologists and XR developers
Researchers and climate communicators
Nonprofit organisations and advocacy groups
Cross-disciplinary creative teams

Projects may range from early-stage ideas to more developed prototypes, as long as they demonstrate strong storytelling potential and a clear impact vision.

Focus of the 2026 Climate Futures Programme

The 2026 call focuses on the use of immersive technologies to create engaging climate-related experiences. These technologies may include augmented reality, mixed reality, spatial audio, and emerging XR tools.

Key thematic areas include:

Climate storytelling and civic engagement experiences
Tools for community resilience during climate disasters
Equity-focused climate solutions for frontline communities
Immersive experiences that deepen connection to nature
Future-focused world-building and climate imagination
Innovative and experimental approaches to public climate engagement

The programme prioritises projects that combine creativity with real-world relevance and public impact.

Funding Structure and Support

Agog is offering substantial financial support to selected projects, with grants ranging from:

$25,000 to $200,000 per project
Up to $1 million total funding pool across selected initiatives

In addition to funding, recipients may receive:

Mentorship from XR and climate experts
Advisory support from industry leaders
Opportunities for partnerships and distribution
Strategic guidance for project development

This combination of funding and support is intended to help projects move from concept to implementation and broader public engagement.

Who Can Apply

The Open Call is open to both individuals (via organisations) and teams working in immersive media and climate-related fields. Applicants must submit through a US-based registered entity, such as a nonprofit, company, or fiscal sponsor.

Eligible applicants include:

XR and immersive media creators
Climate-focused organisations exploring new media tools
Research teams working on climate communication
Innovation studios and interdisciplinary collectives

Agog also welcomes organisations that are new to immersive media but have strong climate-focused missions and are looking to expand into XR storytelling.

What Agog Is Looking For

Applications are evaluated based on creativity, clarity of purpose, and potential for impact. The strongest proposals are those that demonstrate how immersive media can transform climate understanding and engagement.

Preferred project directions include:

Place-based immersive climate storytelling experiences
Community-led climate resilience tools and systems
Equity-focused climate justice and restoration narratives
Interactive experiences connecting people to ecosystems
Visionary world-building for sustainable futures
Innovative, experimental uses of XR for public good

Projects do not need to be fully developed at the time of application, but they should show a strong concept and realistic plan for execution.

Application Timeline

The 2026 Open Call follows a clear schedule:

Applications open: May 12, 2026
Applications close: June 12, 2026 (23:59 PT)
Information sessions: May–June 2026
Final decisions: Expected by fall 2026

Applicants are encouraged to attend information sessions or join community forums for guidance and updates.

Selection Process and Evaluation

Applications are reviewed by a committee that includes Agog leadership and external experts in climate science, communication, and immersive media.

Projects are assessed based on:

Strength of storytelling and concept design
Relevance to climate futures and public engagement
Innovation in immersive media use
Feasibility and execution plan
Potential for social and environmental impact

Selected projects will be those that demonstrate both creative ambition and practical pathways for implementation.

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Agog Open Call represents a growing recognition of the role immersive media can play in addressing climate change. By combining technology and storytelling, these projects aim to make climate issues more tangible, emotional, and actionable for global audiences.

The initiative also highlights the importance of:

Expanding public understanding of climate change
Empowering communities through accessible tools and narratives
Supporting innovation in environmental communication
Bridging the gap between science, policy, and public engagement

Call for Action

The Agog Open Call: Climate Futures + Immersive Media 2026 is a major funding opportunity for creators working at the intersection of climate action and immersive technology.

With significant financial backing, expert mentorship, and global visibility, it offers a platform for bold ideas that can reshape how people experience and respond to climate challenges.

For innovators in XR, storytelling, and climate communication, this initiative provides both the resources and the audience needed to bring transformative ideas to life.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization offering this opportunity. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.