Terra Viva Grants Update October 2011

This newsletter from Terra Viva contains a series of calls for funding. Application deadlines are from August 2011 to April 2012.

PAEPARD: ARD funding opportunities October 2011, overview of funding sources for agriculture, biodiversity and climate change blogpost.

Call for Phase 1 Applications for Grants for Development Research in 2012

The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs calls for Phase 1 applications for grants for development research and capacity strengthening in developing countries in 2012. The objective of the support is to generate new knowledge and strengthen research capacity in order to promote the overall objective of the Danish development cooperation to reduce poverty and support sustainable development. More information on the call, deadlines, application forms and guidelines will be available in mid-October.

Nordic Climate Facility announces third call for proposals

The third call for proposals under the Nordic Climate Facility (NCF) has been launched. The third call has a single designated theme focusing on “Innovative low-cost climate solutions with focus on local business development”. The theme encourages business development and business opportunities which provide goods and services that will help reduce carbon dioxide emissions and facilitate climate change adaptation. A strong positive development impact, in addition to expected climate change benefits, is expected from successful applicants.

Deadline for proposals: January 16, 2011