Eco Champions Programme 2026

The Eco Champions Programme 2026 is a 1.5-year programme organized by Eco Champions Germany. It provides training, mentoring, and financial support to young people with climate action ideas, including international exchange opportunities and collaboration with partner companies. The program begins with the Eco Champions Global Summit in Nigeria and includes ongoing support to develop climate initiatives.

Individual training and mentoring; monthly seed funding for projects; networking with climate activists worldwide; opportunities to engage with decision-makers and collaborate with partner companies.

Applicants must be 16-26 years old and living in Germany; able to communicate in English; have a climate initiative or interest in climate policy; commit 5-10 hours per month for 1.5 years; able to participate in the global networking meeting in Nigeria.

Submit an application via the provided form; the form is divided into four sections: Getting to know you, Your climate initiative or idea, Your motivation & commitment, Your data & consent.