Climate Change Mitigation Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

As of June 2026, Grantoria lists 23 Climate Change Mitigation Grants for Colleges (all higher ed) — 7 open right now, across 9 funding agencies. Award amounts range $1K to $100M. The next application deadline is July 15, 2026. All listings are free, with direct links to the official application.

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23total grants
7open now
9agencies
$1K–$100Mfunding range
Jul 15next deadline
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Early Career Research Program (ECRP)

DOE SC hereby invites applications for support under the ECRP in the following program areas: Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR); Basic Energy Sciences (BES); Biological and…

🏛 Office of Science 📋 CFDA 81.049 ⏰ Jun 2, 2026 💰 $875,000 – $2,750,000
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OPEN 43 days left Hard to apply

FY 2026 Ocean Technology Transition Program

Request for Applications Description: The U.S. Integrated Ocean Observing System (IOOS®) is a national and regional partnership working to provide ocean, coastal and Great Lakes observations,…

🏛 DOC NOAA - ERA Production 📋 CFDA 11.012 ⏰ Jul 15, 2026 💰 $1 – $400,000
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OPEN Hard to apply

Ocean Technology and Interdisciplinary Coordination

The Oceanographic Technology and Interdisciplinary Coordination (OTIC) Program supports a broad range of research and technology development activities. Unsolicited proposals are accepted for instrumentation development that…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.050 ⏰ Feb 15, 2027
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OPEN Hard to apply

Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions

The Coupling, Energetics, and Dynamics of Atmospheric Regions (CEDAR) program supports research to increase our understanding of the behavior of atmospheric regions from the middle atmosphere…

🏛 U.S. National Science Foundation 📋 CFDA 47.050 ⏰ Mar 3, 2027 💰 $100,000 – $750,000
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Frequently asked questions

How many climate change mitigation grants for colleges (all higher ed) are available?
Grantoria currently lists 23 climate change mitigation grants for colleges (all higher ed), of which 7 are open for applications right now. The database is refreshed daily from official federal sources (Grants.gov and SAM.gov).
When is the next deadline?
The next application deadline is July 15, 2026 — about 43 days away. Deadlines vary by program; open any grant to see its exact closing date and application window.
How much funding is available?
Award sizes range from $1K to $100M, depending on the program and applicant. Each grant shows its specific funding range where the agency has published one.
Is Grantoria free to use?
Yes — Grantoria is completely free. No account or subscription is required to browse climate change mitigation grants for colleges (all higher ed), view deadlines and eligibility, or reach the official application.
How do I apply?
Open any grant to see its full profile — eligibility, required documents, deadlines and a direct link to the official application on the funding agency's website. You apply through the federal portal; Grantoria simply helps you find the right opportunity.

About Climate Change Mitigation Grants for Colleges (all higher ed)

A notable advantage of climate mitigation funding for higher education is the low cost-share requirement—only 12% of grants demand institutional matching funds, making these opportunities more accessible than many research categories. 5,305 active grants in this space are led by top funders including the U.S. National Science Foundation, DOC NOAA, and the Office of Science, reflecting strong federal commitment to campus-based climate solutions.

Award sizes vary dramatically, from $52K to $3.9M, with competitive applications dominating at 56% of the portfolio. Most grants support research, programs, or equipment needs across multiple years. To refine your search, filtering by support type—particularly "Research" or "Equipment"—can help align opportunities with your institution's specific climate mitigation priorities and capacity.