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Harvard Climate Change Solutions Fund (CCSF)

Harvard Climate Change Solutions Fund (CCSF)

Supports Harvard research and policy initiatives reducing climate change risks through renewable energy and adaptation.

The Harvard Climate Change Solutions Fund (CCSF) is a competitive internal grant program established in 2014 and administered through the Office of the Vice Provost for Climate and Sustainability, which is led by the Salata Institute's director. The fund supports Harvard research and policy initiatives aimed at reducing climate change risks, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy developme…

Harvard research and policy initiatives to reduce climate change risks, including renewable energy development and climate impact preparation.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–24 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$1.3M

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.harvard.edu