Faculty members can submit an exploratory grant proposal up to $50,000 for one year to support a novel idea related to solar geoengineering. Larger proposals up to $150,000 per year for up to three years will be considered for more mature research projects. SGRP also encourages workshop proposals to convene researchers (academic and/or non-academic), policymakers, or other key stakeholders.

Eligibility: Harvard faculty members and graduate students, if their advisors co-sign the grant proposal. No prior experience in solar geoengineering required.

Application: For an exploratory grant proposal, applicants should submit a 3-page proposal (not including references or graphics) that briefly addresses the following:

1. Research Objectives: What questions are you trying to answer in this project or workshop? How will your answers advance our understanding of solar geoengineering?
2. Background and Rationale: Explanation of the significance and innovation of the proposed work.
3. Methodology: Detailed description of research methods and approach.
4. Expected Outcomes: Description of anticipated results and their potential impact.
5. Timeline: Estimated timeline for project completion.
   

Please submit three additional separate documents:

1. A document with current 2-page curriculum vitae or biosketches for all principal investigators.
2. A document with a basic budget for the project, including rough budget estimates for (a) personnel, (b) equipment, and (c) other. Workshop proposals should outline costs for travel, catering and lodging. There is no prescribed format for presenting this information. Indirect costs should not be included.
3. A 1-page summary of current and pending support.

For proposals requesting multi-year support in excess of $50k, the same elements apply, but the proposal should be up to 8 pages (not counting references or graphics).

Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated for their significance, innovation, potential impact, and the ability of the applicant to successfully carry out the project. The SGRP’s Faculty Steering Committee will review all complete proposals and may also consult external reviewers.

Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Submission Information: Please send materials to Jim Clem, Salata Institute Associate Director: james_clem@harvard.edu.