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Applications are currently being accepted for the Swiss Polar Institute (SPI) Technogrants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The SPI Technogrants Program supports the development of innovative technologies that enable scientific research in challenging environments such as the Arctic, Antarctic, Andes, and Himalayas.The program is designed for Swiss-led research projects that address the technical and logistical difficulties of conducting research in remote, harsh, and environmentally sensitive locations.A strong emphasis is placed on sustainability, clean technologies, and reducing the environmental footprint of scientific research.
Successful projects can receive:
The program is open to researchers affiliated with Swiss public research institutions.
Eligible applicants can include:
Private companies and start-ups may participate as project partners, but the project must be coordinated by a Swiss public research institution.
Projects must be Swiss-led and demonstrate clear relevance to technological development for polar or high-altitude research.
Apply for SPI Technogrants Program
