Sustainability Opportunities

A few spots have opened up for the Regenerative Immersion Summer Camp 2026 (10-14th of August)🌱 It’s a free, 5-day program in Copenhagen for the next generation of founders (18–29) who are curious about entrepreneurship and regeneration. You can find all the info directly on the website: https://meaningfulentrepreneurship.webflow.io/regeneration-immersion-summer-camp-2026 If you want to join, just send an email with who you are and why you’d like to join the program to riccardo@meaningfulentrepreneurship.co ✨ Feel free to send this to a friend who’d be interested as well 🙌

🎓 Tsinghua International Summer School — Environment 2026 👤 Who: Undergraduate and master's students, all nationalities, English required 🌍 Where: Beijing, China — Tsinghua University campus 💸 Conditions: • No registration fee (fully waived) • On-campus accommodation in Beijing included • Living/meals subsidy covered by China Scholarship Council • 2 academic credits + Tsinghua SOE certificate • International airfare and visa — at own expense 🗓 Dates: July 3–17, 2026 (15 days) ⏰ Deadline: May 10, 2026 Interdisciplinary courses on carbon neutrality and environmental management from Tsinghua faculty. Facility visits, SDG innovation workshops, and cultural program included. Requirements: • Currently enrolled student • Strong English • Environment / sustainability background preferred 🪴Official page @check_opportunities #summerschool

Career Opportunities in Sustainability ✨ Internships & Early-Career Opportunities • Early Career Climate Fellowship Programme — UNFCCC (Germany, 31 Oct) • Treasury Summer Internship — The World Bank Group (USA, 12 Oct) • Finance Initiative Administrative Internship — UNEP (Geneva/Remote, 8 Oct) • Intern for International Environmental Cooperation — UNEP (Kingston, 17 Oct) • Intern - Outreach and Projects Unit — CITES (Geneva, 6 Nov) • Intern - Legal and Enforcement Unit — CITES (Geneva, 7 Nov) ✨✨ Mid-Level Roles • Air Quality Officer — UNEP India (New Delhi) • Writer and Copy Editor — UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme) (Nairobi, 15 Oct) • Knowledge Curator (International Forest Governance Hub) — European Forest Institute (Edinburgh, UK, 30 Oct) • Policy Advisor— REScoop.eu (Belgium, 19 Oct) ✨✨✨ Senior Positions • Leadership Team (International Forest Governance Hub) — European Forest Institute (Edinburgh, UK, 19 Oct) • Network & Learning Facilitator (International Forest Governance Hub) — European Forest Institute (Edinburgh, UK, 30 Oct) • Associate Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Environmental Science specialising — Lund University, Centre for Environmental and Climate Science (Lund, Sweden, 27 Oct) • Senior Programme Officer (Capacity Building) — The Environment and Human Rights Academy (Remote, Netherlands, 13 Oct) 🍂 Save this post & apply soon! 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability! #careers

KAUST Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) — Fully Funded Internships 🌏 Where: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Saudi Arabia 💸 Costs: fully funded (monthly stipend + flights + housing) 🗓 Dates: flexible, year-round start dates 🎒 Duration: 3–6 months ⏰ Deadline: applications accepted all year round The Visiting Student Research Program (VSRP) offers fully funded research internships for STEM students from around the world. With more than 100 faculty-led projects, interns can choose research topics aligned with their interests and gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs. Program Benefits: • USD $1000 monthly stipend • Round-trip airfare and visa support • Access to core labs and facilities • Social and cultural activities • Networking in a diverse international community What you’ll do: • Join cutting-edge research projects across STEM disciplines • Work alongside leading faculty and researchers • Contribute to real-world discoveries and innovations • Prepare for graduate studies through intensive lab experience Requirements: • You are a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate OR a master’s student • GPA of at least 3.5/4 • Strong English language skills 🍂 Learn more 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

PhD positions “Upscaling emergent trait-based mimics for peatland ecosystem restoration” PhD: Utrecht University 🌏 Where: Utrecht University, Faculty of Geosciences, Utrecht, Netherlands 💸 Compensation: €3,059–€3,881 gross/month 🗓 Dates: Start in 2026; first interviews 14 November 2025 🎒 Duration: 4 years 🔎 Requirements: • MSc in ecology, biology, geomorphology, environmental science or related discipline • Experience in ecological (field) experiments and affinity with design (preferred) • Analytical & computational skills (spatial/statistical methods) ⏰ Deadline: 20 October As part of the NWO-funded Bioprime project, this PhD will design and test biodegradable 3D-printed structures that mimic emergent traits in peatland ecosystems (peat moss bogs, reed fens) to accelerate large-scale restoration. What you’ll do: • Design and produce peatland-specific mimics • Test prototypes in the field • Analyse patch-size and density dynamics to identify optimal conditions • Collaborate with engineers, NGOs, policymakers, and other researchers PhD: Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research 🌏 Where: Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ), Texel, Netherlands 💸 Compensation: Salary according to CAO-WVOI PhD scale, 🗓 Dates: Start in 2026; first interviews 14 November 2025 🎒 Duration: 🔎 Requirements: • MSc in ecology, marine science, geomorphology, biology, civil technical or related discipline • Experience in ecological (field) experiments and affinity with design (preferred) • Strong computational/statistical skills ⏰ Deadline: 20 October This PhD will focus on coastal ecosystems (salt marshes, seagrasses, reef-forming bivalves), developing mass-produceable, biodegradable structures to mimic emergent traits that stabilise sediments and foster ecosystem recovery. What you’ll do: • Develop and test coastal-specific biomimicry structures • Run field trials for different prototypes • Identify scaling strategies for large restoration efforts • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of ecologists, engineers, and policymakers 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

Career Opportunities ✨ Internships & Early-Career Opportunities • Assistant (Coral Reproduction and Aquaculture team) — Australian Institute of Marine Science (Australia, 28 Sept) • Global Connect Fellowship — Nanyang Technological University Singapore (Singapore, 30 Sept) • Treasury Summer Internship — The World Bank Group (USA, 12 Oct) • Global Fundraising Specialist — Anima International (Remote, 5 Oct) ✨✨ Mid-Level Roles • Fellowship Management Officer — World Meteorological Organization (Geneva, 5 Oct) • Environmental and Social Safeguards Specialist — FAO (Iraq, 29 Sept) • Environmental and Social Impact Specialist — FAO (Liberia, 29 Sept) • Agricultural Water Management Specialist — FAO (Liberia, 29 Sept) • Researcher (Environment & Net Zero) — New Economics Foundation (London, 28 Sept) • Laboratory Technician in Molecular Biology & Genomics — Institut Botànic de Barcelona (Spain, 1 Oct) • Data Analyst (Bioeconomy team) — Metabolic (Netherlands, 26 Sept) ✨✨✨ Senior Positions • Leadership Team (International Forest Governance Hub) — European Forest Institute (Edinburgh, UK, 19 Oct) • Associate Senior Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Environmental Science specialising — Lund University, Centre for Environmental and Climate Research (Lund, Sweden, 27 Oct) • Senior Programme Officer (Capacity Building) — The Environment and Human Rights Academy (Remote, Netherlands, 13 Oct) 🍂 Save this post & apply soon! 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

Harvard Environmental Fellows Program 🌏 Where: Harvard University, USA 💸 Funding: $90,000/year salary 🗓 Start date: September 2026 🎒 Duration: 2 years 🔎 Eligibility: Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent) awarded between May 2022 and August 2026 ⏰ Deadline: December 1, 2025 The Harvard University Center for the Environment invites outstanding scholars to join the Environmental Fellows Program. Fellows pursue independent research projects with Harvard faculty across any school or department, building an interdisciplinary community of researchers tackling the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. What you’ll do: • Conduct independent research in collaboration with a Harvard faculty host • Receive mentorship and access to Harvard’s extensive resources • Engage in biweekly dinners, seminars, and networking with fellows and faculty Requirements: • A completed PhD (or terminal degree) in any discipline • A project that clearly extends beyond dissertation research and host’s current work • Strong academic track record and demonstrated commitment to environmental issues • Fellowship requires full-time residency in the Cambridge area for two years 🍂 More info 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

Upcoming Ocean Opportunities 🌊🌊🌊 • Summer School 2025 – Scientific Skills for the Ocean We Need 🌏 Where: Arraial do Cabo, Brazil 📅 Dates: 03–05 November 2025 🔎 Eligibility: Early-career researchers in ocean sciences (priority for Brazil-based applicants) ⏰ Deadline: 05 October Training areas include: • Integrated Ecosystem Assessment (IEA) • Predictive modelling & data systems • Advanced optical & acoustic monitoring tools • Collaborative & interdisciplinary approaches 📄 To apply, send your CV (max 2 pages) and motivation letter (1 page) to div.biotecnologiaplicada@gmail.com • Network of European Blue Schools 🌏 Where: EU countries and Horizon Europe–associated countries 🔎 Eligibility: Schools in the EU or Horizon Europe–associated countries with ocean/water-related projects ⏰ Deadline: 31 October By developing a project that connects students with the ocean, schools can join the #EUBlueSchools community, improve ocean literacy, and inspire sustainable action. Mandatory project criteria: • Develop interlinked activities • Produce a clear output • Involve all students • Collaborate with a local partner • Communicate results • SOA Ecopreneur Network — Support for Ocean Startups 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: free participation; investments up to $100,000 USD ⏰ Deadline: applications reviewed on a rolling basis The Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) supports ecopreneurs — founders of startups creating positive environmental impact. Benefits for participants: • Investments up to $100,000 from SOA • Lifetime access to the Ecopreneur Network community • Mentorship from 360+ experts • Privileged access to investors and partners • Workshops, consulting, networking, and media promotion @check_opportunities_global

Upcoming Online Courses • Ex Situ Conservation Assessment (IUCN) 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: US $300 (limited training grants available) 🎒 Duration: ~20 hours (self-paced, 7 modules) 🗓 Dates: open, start anytime This course equips you with the skills to conduct ex situ conservation assessments as part of species conservation or collection planning. You’ll learn to apply IUCN SSC Guidelines, evaluate feasibility and risks of ex situ activities, and design tailored assessment processes. Includes pre-recorded lectures, practitioner insights, and certification options. • Biodiversity Finance: Designing and Implementing Finance Plans for Nature (UNDP BIOFIN) 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: free 🎒 Duration: approx. 14 hours (6 weeks) 🗓 Dates: 22 September – 31 October 2025 ⏰ Deadline: rolling, but best to apply before the start date Learn to unlock practical tools for financing a nature-positive future. This MOOC introduces UNDP’s BIOFIN methodology to assess expenditures, financial needs, and identify biodiversity finance solutions. Available in English, French, Spanish, and Russian. Certificate upon completion. • ARSET – Fundamentals of Remote Sensing (NASA Applied Sciences) 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: free 🎒 Duration: self-paced 🗓 Dates: open access Designed for beginners, this course covers the science of remote sensing, basics of satellites and sensors, and how to access and use NASA’s open satellite data for environmental monitoring. A great entry point to geospatial tools for sustainability work. Certificate available. @check_opportunities_global

Learn to Facilitate Conservation Planning Workshops • Facilitating Species Conservation Planning Workshops for Association of Zoos and Aquariums Professionals and Partners 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: free (funded by Institute of Museum and Library Services) 🗓 Dates: 3 November – 19 December 2025; 11 May – 26 June 2026 🎒 Duration: 7 weeks, 4–6 hrs/week ⏰ Deadline: registration closes one month before start date Participants will: • Apply the CPSG Species Conservation Planning Principles and Steps • Learn to facilitate consensus-based decision-making • Use facilitation tools to help groups solve problems and develop conservation plans • Facilitating Species Conservation Planning Workshops 🌏 Where: online 💸 Costs: US $300 (limited grants available) 🗓 Dates: 29 September – 14 November 2025; 16 February – 3 April 2026; 28 September – 13 November 2026 🎒 Duration: 7 weeks, 4–6 hrs/week ⏰ Deadline: registration closes one month before start date Participants will: • Learn CPSG Principles and Steps for conservation planning • Gain skills in facilitation and group decision-making • Access lectures, readings, and weekly problem-solving sessions 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

Career Opportunities in Sustainability ✨ Internships & Early-Career Opportunities • Sustainability Data Management Internship — Sustainlab 🌏 Where: Sweden • Carbon Markets Researcher Internship — MSCI 🌏 Where: London • Global Connect Fellowship -- Nanyang Technological University 🌏 Where: Singapore ⏰ Deadline: 30 Sept • Web and Digital Media Officer — Arctic Council Secretariat 🌏 Where: Tromsø, Norway ⏰ Deadline: 20 Sept • Treasury Summer Internship – The World Bank Group 🌏 Where: Washington, USA ⏰ Deadline: 12 Oct • Communications & Climate Policy Trainee – Climate Leadership Coalition 🌏 Where: Helsinki, Finland ⏰ Deadline: 21 Sept • Sustainability Analyst Sustainable Procurement - Tetra Pak 🌏 Where: Lund, Sweden ⏰ Deadline: 22 Sept ✨✨ Mid-Level Roles (3+ years of experience) • Researcher (Environment & Net Zero) — New Economics Foundation 🌏 Where: London ⏰ Deadline: 28 Sept • Laboratory Technician in Molecular Biology & Genomics – Institut Botànic de Barcelona (IBB) 🌏 Where: Barcelona, Spain ⏰ Deadline: 1 Oct • Freelance Storytelling for Social Change – The Blagrave Trust 🌏 Where: Remote ⏰ Deadline: 21 Sept • Data analyst (Bioeconomy team) – Metabolic 🌏 Where: Amsterdam, the Netherlands ⏰ Deadline: 26 Sept ✨✨✨ Senior Positions (6+ years of experience) • Senior Scientist, Forest Management Methods — Natural Resources Institute Finland 🌏 Where: Finland, various locations ⏰ Deadline: 24 Sept • Senior Climate Change Adaptation Expert — IISD 🌏 Where: Remote, Malaysia ⏰ Deadline: 22 Sept • Senior Programme Officer (Capacity Building) — The Environment and Human Rights Academy 🌏 Where: Remote, Netherlands ⏰ Deadline: 13 Oct 🍂 Save this post & apply soon 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability! #careers

PhD positions PhD in Digitalization and Ecology 🌏 Where: Vancouver, Canada (Faculty of Forestry, UBC) 💸 Funding: CAD $18,200/year for 4 years 🗓 Start date: September 1, 2026 🎒 Duration: 4 years 🔎 Eligibility: must meet UBC Graduate Studies requirements ⏰ Deadline: October 15 UBC Faculty of Forestry is recruiting PhD students for the Business, Sustainability and Technology Lab to work on a project exploring the indirect environmental impacts of the internet. What you will do: • Investigate how digital technologies (AI, social media, internet addiction) affect ecology, economy, and societal values • Apply quantitative and/or qualitative methods (R, NVivo, interviews, discourse analysis) Requirements: • Master’s degree in a related field • Research experience (ecology, sustainability, digital technologies) • Skills in research methods and a publication/leadership record are a plus PhD in Climate and Environmental Change 🌏 Where: Melbourne, Australia 💸 Funding: AUD $36,063/year 🗓 Start date: no later than January 30, 2026 🎒 Duration: 3.5 years ⏰ Deadline: September 29 Monash University’s Faculty of Arts and Humanities is offering up to 5 PhD scholarships for researchers working on the social and cultural dimensions of climate and environmental change. Possible research areas: • Climate communication and combating disinformation • Environmental humanities and creative approaches to climate action • Southern Ocean studies and climate history • Climate economics and geographies of emerging climate markets • Youth climate communication and eco-anxiety • Gender and ecology, music and arts for climate action PhD in Blue Carbon and Mangrove Ecosystems 🌏 Where: Sorbonne University, France (fieldwork in Brazilian mangroves) 💸 Funding: €2,200 gross/month 🗓 Start date: January 2026 🎒 Duration: 3 years ⏰ Deadline: November 2 This PhD project will investigate carbon stabilisation processes and microbial activity across contrasting mangrove sites in Brazil, with the aim of advancing understanding of blue carbon heterogeneity and long-term storage. The work is part of the international TROPECOS project between Sorbonne University, USP, and CNRS. What you will do: • Sample soils in Brazilian mangroves and analyse soil organic matter (SOM) stabilisation • Use cutting-edge methods in microbiology and soil biogeochemistry (e.g., density fractionation, isotopic analysis) • Characterise microbial processes influencing SOM accessibility and long-term carbon storage Requirements: • International experience required • Knowledge of coastal ecosystems and/or the soil carbon cycle • Willingness to travel nationally and internationally for sampling and training • Ability to conduct fieldwork in coastal and remote environments • Enthusiasm for soil analysis and lab-based repetitive tasks @check_opportunities_global

International Seminar Series: Ocean Sequestration of Carbon and Climate Resilience 🌏 Where: Online (Zoom) 🗓 Dates: Every second Thursday, 18 Sept - 18 Dec 💸 Cost: Free participation The Global-ONCE Programme, a UN Ocean Decade initiative led by Professor Nianzhi JIAO (Xiamen University), is launching a biweekly International Seminar Series endorsed by the UNESCO Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission. Key topics include: • Biogeochemical engines driving climate change • Marine carbon pool and climate impacts • Ocean-atmosphere interactions & microbial processes • Sea farming and carbon sequestration • Blue carbon, mangroves, and ecosystem ecology • Ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE) • Monitoring, reporting & verification of ocean negative carbon emissions • Governance, economic accounting, and trading policies • Ocean literacy & knowledge dissemination Take part in building a global marine community with a shared vision for the health of our ocean and humanity. 🍂 Register now @check_opportunities_global

Apply to Join the Ocean Reporting Network 🌏 Where: remote (global network of journalists) 💸 Compensation: reporter’s salary + reporting expenses (up to 1 year) 🗓 Dates: January 2026 – January 2027 🔎 Eligibility: experienced environmental journalists ⏰ Deadline: September 12 (Today!) The Pulitzer Center is inviting applications for the third cohort of the Ocean Reporting Network (ORN) — a global Fellowship for professional journalists to spend up to a year investigating the world’s oceans. What you’ll do as a Fellow: • Investigate in-depth or cross-border ocean stories over a year • Focus on key issues like climate change, illegal fishing, biodiversity loss, deep-sea mining, marine governance, blue finance, aquaculture, shipping, and more • Receive training and mentorship from Pulitzer editors and data specialists • Collaborate with other Fellows worldwide • Share your findings with diverse communities through Pulitzer’s engagement network Requirements: • Proven track record in investigative or environmental reporting • Strong understanding of ocean issues and their global significance • Commitment to full-time work on the Fellowship for one year • Support of a newsroom/editor (for freelancers: a partner newsroom is required) • Willingness to collaborate across borders and engage in outreach 🍂 Learn more @check_opportunities_global

Scholarships for Young Professionals from Developing Countries 🌏 Where: University of Freiburg, Germany 💸 Funding: full scholarship (living expenses + tuition covered) 🎒 Duration: 2-year MSc programme (2026–2028) 🔎 Eligibility: young professionals from DAC-listed countries, with ≥2 years of relevant work experience (non-academic), degree not older than 6 years, strong academic record ⏰ Deadline: 15 October The DAAD-EPOS scholarship supports outstanding young professionals from developing countries to study the MSc Environmental Governance at the University of Freiburg. This competitive programme equips future leaders with the skills to navigate complex sustainability challenges at the interface of environment, society, and policy. 🍂 Lean more @check_opportunities_global

Fellowship on Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea 🌏 Where: Phase 1 — UN Headquarters, New York; Phase 2 — Host Institutions worldwide 💸 Expenses: Fellowship covers travel, stipend, visa, medical insurance, and housing 🗓 Dates: March–December 2026 (9 months: 3 months in New York + 6 months at Host Institution) 🔎 Eligibility: Mid-level professionals (25–45 years) from developing States ⏰ Deadline: 14 September The UN – Nippon Foundation Fellowship provides government officials and mid-level professionals from developing States with advanced training in ocean affairs, the law of the sea, and related fields like marine sciences. The programme equips participants with knowledge of international frameworks, practical skills, and research experience to strengthen national ocean governance and implement the UN Convention on the Law of the Sea. What you will do: • Conduct advanced academic research under expert supervision • Develop a 100-page thesis and present findings • Gain in-depth training in ocean governance and marine policy • Apply learning to your country’s ocean policy and legal frameworks Requirements: • Age 25–45 • First university degree, with research capacity • Mid-level professional role in government or NGO directly related to ocean affairs • Nomination and recommendation by your institution • Commitment to return and contribute to national ocean governance 🍂 Apply here @check_opportunities_global

World Bank Group Young Professionals Program 🌏 Where: Washington, DC or WBG country offices worldwide 🗓 Dates: Contract start – 1 September 2026 🔎 Eligibility: nationals of WBG member countries; master’s degree + 2–6 years of relevant experience ⏰ Deadline: 30 September The World Bank Group Young Professionals Program (YPP) is the flagship entry pathway for future leaders in international development. It recruits outstanding young professionals with strong technical expertise, cross-sectoral experience, and leadership potential. Participants join one of several work program tracks, including: • Planet: Agriculture, Climate, Environment, Social, Water • Infrastructure: Energy, Transport, Urban Development, Sustainable Infrastructure Finance • Prosperity: Economic Policies, Poverty & Equity, Finance, Institutions • Digital Transformation • Investment • Legal: Corporate Finance, Law Advisory, Knowledge Services • Budget & Strategy • People: Health, Education, Social Protection • IT & Solutions: Data Science, Operations Solutions, Platforms • Human Resources What you’ll do: • Contribute to WBG’s mission of ending poverty on a livable planet • Apply your technical depth in a chosen track while working across sectors (technical breadth) • Develop leadership skills within a global, multicultural environment 🍂 Learn more @check_opportunities_global

Biodiversity Finance Online Course: Designing and Implementing Finance Plans for Nature 🌏 Where: online 💸 Cost: free 🗓 Dates: 22 September – 31 October 🔎 Languages: English, French, Spanish, Russian ⏰ Deadline: 15 September Unlock practical tools to finance a nature-positive future! This course introduces UNDP’s BIOFIN methodology for designing and implementing national biodiversity finance plans. Through interactive lessons, you’ll learn how to: • analyze your country’s policy and financial landscape • review biodiversity expenditures across sectors • estimate the cost of achieving biodiversity targets • identify and implement finance solutions aligned with national priorities Who is it for? • policymakers in finance, environment, and planning ministries • biodiversity finance practitioners • conservation professionals • NGOs, researchers, development organizations • professionals in private companies and financial institutions 🍂 Learn more @check_opportunities_global

Funds and Awards in Sustainability • The 7th Annual Earth Partner Prize 🌏 Where: online 💸 Support: cash prizes of $10,000, $5,000, and $2,000 for finalists; 20 honorable mentions 🔎 Eligibility: artists of all nationalities, races, genders, and faiths, aged 14–30 ⏰ Deadline: 10 Oct Submit work in any medium — from photography, film, performance art, spoken word, music, dance, fashion, new media, or social projects — that comments on the ecological crisis. • PLANET HEALTH STORIES – Filmmaking Commission 🌏 Where: online 💸 Support: £2,000–4,000 per selected filmmaker 🔎 Eligibility: directors or storytellers with a clear pitch idea; must be available to film this autumn ⏰ Deadline: 8 Sept Earthrise Studio (in partnership with BUPA) is commissioning 5 filmmakers to create short films exploring the deep and personal connections between human health and planetary health. • Changemaker of the Year 2025 🌏 Where: United Kingdom 💸 Support: shortlisted nominees receive VIP tickets to the Next Gen Conference 2025 🔎 Eligibility: individuals aged 18–30 who have driven outstanding change in the last year on issues affecting young people in the UK ⏰ Deadline: 22 Sept Recognising activists, leaders, innovators and community changemakers who are standing up for the next generation. • Challenge and Change Fund 2025 🌏 Where: England 💸 Support: £10,000 grants 🔎 Eligibility: 18–25 years old, living in England ⏰ Deadline: 14 Sept 2025 Funding for young changemakers already working in social justice but under-resourced. This year, 13 grants are reserved for climate justice projects — from clean air campaigns to food sovereignty, land justice, and community-led climate solutions. 🍂 Save this post & apply soon 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!

Upcoming Sustainability Events • The Fossil Fuel Treaty Virtual Summit 🌏 Where: Online 🗓 Dates: September 8–15 💸 Costs: Participation free of charge A working space to shape the global Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty. Sessions include legal, political, and movement-building strategy, coalition-building, and a special film screening. Join to help deliver the first international process focused on ending the fossil fuel era. • Webinar: Circularity as the (only) winning business model 🌏 Where: Online 🗓 Date: September 9 💸 Costs: Participation free of charge Hosted by Nordic Sustainability, this session will spotlight strategies for embedding circular practices in businesses, with real-world insights from Danfoss, reMarkable, and others. • Call for Event Proposals – COP30 Health Pavilion 🌏 Where: Belém, Brazil (hybrid options available) 🗓 Dates: November 10–21 ⏰ Deadline: September 14 Organizations can host side events linking climate and health, showcasing evidence and solutions for ambitious climate action. Priority will be given to joint applications across sectors. • Mediterranean Youth Foundation – COP30 Delegation 🌏 Where: Belém, Brazil 🗓 Dates: November 10–21 🔎 Eligibility: 18–29 years old, with prior experience in climate action ⏰ Deadline: September 10 Mediterranean Youth Foundation will provide selected youth with official badges to participate in COP30. Selected delegates must commit to attending 3–4 days of the conference, record a short video, and actively engage with MYF. Please note that only badges are provided; no costs will be covered. • Call for Abstracts: Rethinking Planetary & Sustainability Governance through Cosmological Imaginaries (workshop) 🌏 Where: Utrecht University, Netherlands 🗓 Dates: October 16–17 💸 Support: 20 fully funded spots available (travel up to €700 + daily allowance up to €200) ⏰ Deadline: September 7 A workshop exploring Earth-Space systems through cosmological imaginaries across disciplines, from astronomy and cosmology to philosophy, anthropology, and governance. • 2027 Ocean Decade Conference – Programme Committee Nominations 🌏 Where: Online/Hybrid (Conference in Rio de Janeiro, 2027) 🗓 Dates: Preparations in 2025–2027 ⏰ Deadline: October 15 Apply to help shape the strategic content of one of the most important upcoming global ocean events. 🍂 Save this post & apply soon 💌 Follow @check_opportunities_global for weekly updates on jobs, fellowships, and internships in sustainability!