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Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) , UK Research and Innovation

What Works Centre for a climate resilient UK

£21,100,000Closes 15 December 2026UK

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Apply for funding to establish and lead a What Works Centre for a climate resilient UK to transform how the UK adapts, and builds resilience to the impacts of climate change. It will work with stakeholders to generate, synthesise and mobilise evidence to inform and accelerate adaptation pilots, interventions and actions.

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Apply for funding to establish and lead a What Works Centre for a climate resilient UK to transform how the UK adapts, and builds resilience to the impacts of climate change. It will work with stakeholders to generate, synthesise and mobilise evidence to inform and accelerate adaptation pilots, interventions and actions. You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) funding. The maximum funder contribution of your centre can be up to £21.1 million. This opportunity is open to organisations with standard eligibility. Check if your organisation is eligible .

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