International Climate Initiative Large Grants 2025 (With up to EUR 20 million in Grant)

International Climate Initiative is currenty accepting applications for its Large Grants 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click to learn more about this grants and apply for it.

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About International Climate Initiative Large Grants

Opportunity Details

  • Date Published: November 24, 2025
  • Application Deadline: February 17, 2026
  • Category: Entrepreneurs Grants
  • Oppotunity Locations: Germany

The IKI, funded by the German Federal Government, is a flagship initiative for international climate and biodiversity action. It assists developing and emerging countries in adapting to climate change, mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, and conserving ecosystems. The Large Grants instrument specifically targets ambitious, high-impact projects that drive systemic and sustainable transformations.

Benefits of International Climate Initiative Large Grants

  • Grant Size: EUR 12 million to EUR 20 million per project.

  • Project Scope: Large-scale, multi-year interventions with high-impact potential.

  • Eligible Organizations:

    • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

    • Universities and research institutions

    • International intergovernmental organizations and development banks

    • UN programs and agencies

    • Private companies and trade associations

  • Non-Eligible Applicants:

    • National governments and top public administration bodies (exceptions may apply)

    • Regional authorities and state-owned companies may be considered on a case-by-case basis

International Climate Initiative Large Grants Requirements

  • Eligible organizations:

    • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)

    • Universities and research institutions

    • International intergovernmental organizations and development banks

    • UN programs and agencies

    • Private companies and trade associations

  • Not eligible:

    • National governments and top public administration bodies (exceptions may apply)

    • Regional authorities and state-owned companies (case-by-case consideration)

Application Date and Process

  • Check eligibility.

  • Define project scope aligned with IKI objectives.

  • Develop proposal with outcomes, budget, sustainability measures.

  • Demonstrate impact (emission reductions, biodiversity conservation, resilience).

  • Submit application following IKI guidelines.

 

Application Deadline

17 February, 2026

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