Young innovators advancing climate solutions now have an opportunity to strengthen and expand their impact through the Youth4Climate Call for Solutions 2026, a global initiative supporting youth-led climate action projects.

Shared by the Ban Ki-moon Foundation and implemented by the United Nations Development Programme, the programme aims to empower emerging climate leaders who are developing practical responses to environmental challenges within their communities.

About the Programme

The Youth4Climate Call for Solutions provides financial and technical assistance to young people working on innovative climate initiatives. The programme focuses on helping youth move beyond ideas by enabling implementation, scaling, and long-term sustainability of climate solutions.

Selected participants receive funding alongside mentorship and capacity-building opportunities designed to accelerate project growth and measurable impact.

Areas of Climate Action

Projects may focus on themes such as:

• Renewable energy and climate mitigation
• Climate adaptation and resilience
• Sustainable agriculture and food systems
• Circular economy and waste solutions
• Nature-based solutions and biodiversity protection
• Climate education, advocacy, and innovation

The application deadline is not specified.