United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change Technology Mechanism Artificial Intelligence for Climate Action Award 2026: Global Opportunity for Open-Source Climate Innovation

The Artificial Intelligence for Climate Action Award 2026 invites submissions of open-source AI-powered solutions addressing climate adaptation and mitigation, with a focus on impact in Least Developed Countries and Small Island Developing States. The competition provides a platform for climate innovators to gain global visibility, access expert support, and potentially present at COP31. The award is hosted by the UNFCCC Technology Mechanism in partnership with KOICA.

Global visibility among climate innovation and policy communities, potential opportunity to present at COP31, and expert support from climate technology professionals.

Submissions must be open-source AI-powered solutions addressing climate adaptation and/or mitigation, relevant to Least Developed Countries and/or Small Island Developing States.

Submit an open-source AI-based climate solution via the online awards platform.