
Climate KIC Academy
The Climate KIC Academy is an initiative designed to bridge the skills gap necessary to drive the green transition towards a fair and just future within planetary boundaries. It aims to equip leaders with both technical and transversal skills needed to navigate the complex challenges of climate change.
The Climate KIC Academy exists to address the critical shortage of skilled leaders who can effectively collaborate, innovate, and lead in the climate sector. While the technology and ideas are available, there is a lack of individuals who hold the leadership, problem-solving, and collaborative skills required to make meaningful progress towards sustainability. The academy is designed to fill this gap and prepare individuals to lead the global climate movement.
The duration of the Climate KIC Academy programme varies depending on the specific course or pathway chosen. Typically, the programme spans several weeks to a few months, depending on the depth of the training and the participant’s schedule.
Yes, the Climate KIC Academy is delivered primarily through live workshop experiences complimented by e-learning training modules. This allows for accessibility to a global audience and flexibility for participants to engage with the content regardless of their location.
While some modules may allow for a degree of self-paced learning, the programme generally follows a structured schedule with set start dates and milestones to ensure progress and engagement. However, some aspects may allow for flexibility in how participants engage with the materials.
The primary language of delivery for the Climate KIC Academy is English. However, there may be additional resources, translations, or subtitles available in other languages to support non-English speakers, depending on the specific course and region.
Organisations can partner with us by sponsoring the programme, contributing expertise as guest speakers, providing venues for workshops, or enrolling their leaders in the academy. Partners benefit from early access to innovative solutions and enhanced visibility within the climate action community.
Climate KIC is Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community, bridging the gap between climate commitments and current reality. By collaborating with the Climate KIC Academy, partners gain the opportunity to be at the forefront of climate innovation together, engaging with a global network of leaders and experts dedicated to driving meaningful climate action. Partners can utilise Climate KIC’s extensive 15 years of expertise in sustainability, innovation, and climate entrepreneurship, aligning with best practices and shaping the future of climate solutions. Over the last decade, we have successfully collaborated with over 400 partners in 60 countries around the world, managing €80-100M annually in grant budgets to foster climate entrepreneurship, nurture education and learning, and drive innovation to mitigate climate change and enable adaptation.
Yes, we tailor partnerships to align with your organisation’s goals and capacities. This could include specific project collaborations, bespoke educational tracks for your team, or joint public engagements.
Funders can support the academy by financing scholarships, specific modules or the entire programme. We welcome contributions that help expand our reach and impact. If you have any questions please contact learning@climate-kic.org
Funding the academy helps promote systemic change in climate action and sustainable practices supporting Europe’s leading climate innovation agency and community. Funders will be associated with directly supporting the innovative climate solutions and will be able to track the direct impact of their contributions through detailed reports and showcases of project outcomes.
Absolutely – there are opportunities for engagement such as attending presentations, participating in networking events, and receiving updates on the progress and achievements of participants.
The academy is open to leaders from various sectors—business, government, non-profit, and education —who are dedicated to implementing sustainable practices and promoting climate action within their communities.
Participants will explore modules on climate science, policy, innovation strategies, and leadership skills. You will also undertake a capstone project addressing a real-world climate challenge, applying what you’ve learned in a practical setting.
Programme lengths vary, typically ranging from several weeks to a few months, encompassing both in-person and online components. Participants are expected to engage fully in all aspects of the programme to maximise their learning and impact.
These might be available for some of our training offers as in our efforts to support diverse participation. Details about these opportunities might change for our different offerings, so please have a look at the conditions of our upcoming training.
You can apply through our website when open calls are available, where you’ll find the application form, deadlines, and information about the selection criteria. In the meantime, we encourage signing up for our mailing list to receive updates on new opportunities and application windows.
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