Eligibility Criteria:
- Conduct research projects in green finance;
- Hold a Ph.D. and be under 40 years old, or be a Ph.D. student who has not yet defended their thesis (provided the defense date is set);
- Be affiliated with a French university and/or academic institution. The interpretation of affiliation is broad. The French academic institution may or may not be your main employer. You could be affiliated to a French academic institution through a visiting program, teaching collaboration, or other similar schemes.
How to Apply:
Candidates must complete an online application form.
The application file must include the following documents (in English and PDF format):
- A curriculum vitae;
- A selection of published or under-review articles;
- A cover letter outlining the motivation for the application.
The application file must be sent to Centreclimatnature@banque-france.fr
Timeline:
- Application deadline: October 9th, 2026.
- Winners will be notified around mid-November.
- The award will be presented during an academic conference “Green Finance Research Advances (GFRA)” organized by the Banque de France in December 2026.
The Award Includes:
Funding of 3,000 euros.
Selection Committee:
The award selection committee is composed of renowned professors who have been involved in these subjects for many years, both in France and abroad.
