Through the ESA-Future Earth Joint Programme, researchers in Future Earth’s Global Research Networks are
invited to propose case studies using Earth Observation (EO) data to address the research themes of the
IPCC’s Special Report on Climate Change and Cities, with a specific focus on cities in Low-Middle Income Cities
(LMICs). This open call aims to apply EO data to either 1) advance understanding of city-level climate impacts
and risks, or 2) develop techniques to monitor adaptation and/or mitigation response options to climate change
and/or their linkages on the city scale. Projects shall identify a key research and development challenge relevant
to urban stakeholders to which EO can make a substantial contribution, and submit a journal manuscript before
the IPCC Literature Cut-Off date (October 2026). Projects can apply for funding of €20,000 – €30,000.
Deadline for proposal submission is 28th February 2025.