Research & Innovation for Climate (RICH) Hub 2026: Climate AI Innovation Support and Potential Grants of Up to $200,000

Overview

The Research & Innovation for Climate Hub is inviting expressions of interest for its 2026 initiative aimed at innovators developing artificial intelligence and data-driven technologies. The programme focuses on addressing climate change and strengthening climate resilience across Africa by supporting promising solutions that have progressed beyond the idea stage and are already being tested in real-world settings.

Who can apply

Innovators developing artificial intelligence and data-driven technologies that address climate change and strengthen climate resilience across Africa are invited to submit expressions of interest. Eligible solutions must have progressed beyond the idea stage and already be tested in real-world settings.

What you get

Selected innovations may receive technical and innovation support, research and piloting opportunities, connections with implementation partners, knowledge exchange, greater visibility, and potential scaling grants of up to US$200,000. The level and type of support provided will depend on eligibility, assessment outcomes, available resources, and the specific needs of each innovation.

How to apply

Interested innovators can review the official call and submit their information through the RICH Hub application page. Expressions of interest are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed closing date.