global sustainability fellowship in germany 2027 funding up to 30000 euros
details
The Klaus Töpfer Sustainability Fellowship is hosted by the Research Institute for Sustainability in Potsdam and is designed for mid career professionals who are actively working to advance sustainability solutions in their fields The program supports interdisciplinary collaboration and real world impact rather than traditional academic study
Fellows are given the freedom to design and implement their own projects while benefiting from institutional support and engagement with leading researchers and policy experts in Germany The fellowship can be completed over a period of up to one year depending on project needs
requirements
Applicants must have at least ten years of professional experience in sustainability related fields such as environmental governance climate change renewable energy public policy sustainable development or social innovation
Candidates should demonstrate a strong track record of impact and the ability to contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration across science policy and society Applicants must submit a well defined project proposal that shows clear societal relevance and long term value
benefits
Selected fellows will receive a monthly stipend to cover living expenses in Germany along with project funding of up to thirty thousand euros This funding can be used for research activities travel publications workshops and other project related outputsParticipants gain access to a highly interdisciplinary network of sustainability experts and have the opportunity to work closely with the Research Institute for Sustainability in Potsdam The fellowship provides a flexible structure allowing professionals to focus fully on developing impactful sustainability solutions