The Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2025 is a prestigious, fully funded program designed to empower young professionals passionate about clean energy and climate change. This initiative creates a network of climate leaders from emerging and developing nations, fostering collaboration to address global climate challenges.
Fellowship Overview
- Location: Yale University, USA, and Paris, France
- Faculty: Yale Jackson School of Global Affairs
- Duration: Five months (April to September 2025)
- Yale Opening Week: April 7–11, 2025 (New Haven, Connecticut, USA)
- Remote Learning: May–July 2025
- Paris Closing Week: September 15–19, 2025
- Application Deadline: November 8, 2024
Benefits of the Fellowship
This fully funded fellowship covers:
- Round-trip airfare to Yale University and Paris
- Hotel accommodations during in-person events
- Airport transfers
- Daily allowance for expenses
- Networking opportunities with global experts and leaders in climate and energy
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Be from developing countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, or Latin America/Caribbean
- Language: Be fluent in English
- Availability: Be able to attend the program in person in the USA and France
- Experience: Have 5–10 years of professional experience
- Age: No maximum age limit
The fellowship welcomes individuals from diverse sectors, including government, business, finance, media, education, science, law, and politics.
Fellowship Schedule
- Yale Orientation Week (April 7–11, 2025):
Fellows will attend a week-long in-person session at Yale University to kick off the program. - Remote Learning (May–July 2025):
Participants will engage in virtual sessions with experts, gaining insights and connecting with a global network of climate leaders. - Paris Closing Week (September 15–19, 2025):
The program concludes with an in-person week in Paris, focusing on collaboration and future action plans.
How to Apply
The application process is online, with no application fee. Interested candidates can apply through the official website.
This is an exceptional opportunity for emerging leaders committed to addressing climate change. Don’t miss the chance to enhance your expertise, build global connections, and make a significant impact in the climate space.