The Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge is one of the Elsevier Foundation’s flagship partnerships. Together with Elsevier’s Chemistry journals, the Elsevier Foundation provides funding of 25,000 euros for 2 winning projects per year, implementing green & sustainable chemistry solutions in the Global South – advancing both Climate Action (SDG 13) and Gender Equity (SDG 5).
Organized by the Elsevier Foundation in partnership with the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC), this challenge encourages scientists, researchers, and innovators to develop practical, scalable solutions to some of the most pressing climate issues. The goal is to foster innovations in chemistry that can help mitigate the impacts of climate change and promote a more sustainable future.
The challenge focuses on leveraging chemistry to address critical areas such as renewable energy, carbon capture and storage, waste reduction, and sustainable materials. Applicants are invited to submit proposals that showcase innovative approaches to solving climate-related problems, with an emphasis on solutions that can be applied in real-world scenarios. The challenge is open to scientists and researchers from around the world, particularly those working in developing countries, where the impacts of climate change are often most severe.
Winning projects receive financial support, mentorship, and the opportunity to collaborate with experts in the fields of chemistry and environmental science. The challenge also provides a platform for global recognition, allowing researchers to showcase their work on an international stage. By supporting these innovations, the Elsevier Foundation aims to contribute to the achievement of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those related to climate action and environmental sustainability.
Through the Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge, the Elsevier Foundation and IUPAC are fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and empowering scientists to create solutions that can help combat the global climate crisis. This initiative not only advances scientific research but also promotes a more sustainable and resilient world.
The Elsevier Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to advancing global health, education, and research through partnerships and grant-making. Established by Elsevier, a global leader in scientific publishing and information analytics, the foundation aims to promote inclusive and sustainable development by supporting initiatives that empower individuals and communities, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The foundation’s core mission is to leverage knowledge, research, and innovation to address pressing global challenges, including climate change, health inequities, and education gaps.
The foundation’s work is centered around four key areas: diversity in science, health information, research capacity building, and sustainable development. In the realm of diversity, the Elsevier Foundation supports programs that encourage the participation of women and underrepresented groups in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields. It also fosters initiatives that enhance access to health information in underserved regions, ensuring that healthcare professionals have the tools and knowledge they need to improve patient outcomes.
Through its focus on Climate Action, the Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge also supports SDG5, Gender Equality , recognizing the pivotal role that women play in combating climate change.
Prize
- The Elsevier Foundation Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge awards 2 prizes of €25,000 each.
- The winners will be announced at the 8th Elsevier Green & Sustainable Chemistry Conference (13-15 May 2024) in Dresden, Germany.
- The Challenge award projects that use green and sustainable chemistry solutions to tackle some of the developing world’s greatest sustainability challenges – encouraging researchers to come up with new solutions.
Timeline:
The Elsevier Foundation Chemistry for Climate Action Challenge is articulated in the following phases.
• Submission phase: this is the general submission period. Proposals can be submitted from 15th of September 2024 to the 13th of November 2024.
• Reviewing phase: out of all submitted proposals, the top tier eligible proposals will be selected by a panel of reviewers and will be advanced to the judging phase.
• Judging phase: the scientific jury will evaluate the proposals and identify the finalists. The Top 5 finalists will be selected to compete for the two prizes and will be invited to present their proposal at the 8th Elsevier Green & Sustainable Chemistry Conference (13-15 May 2024).
Application Deadline: 13th of November 2024.
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