Fully Funded Climate Tracker COP23 Fellowship Program 2017 in Germany

Climate Tracker is launching its COP23 opportunity, and it is stacked with opportunities and prizes for Trackers from everywhere in the world!

With the signing of the Paris Agreement almost two years behind us, it is time to step up our game. The Renewable Energy Transition is unstoppable! Even if Trump wants to pull out of the Paris Agreement, now he wants Solar Panels on Border Wall.

Around the world, Renewable energy is driving bigger changes than we have seen in generations, and the pressure is on for countries to take their transitions even further. The message is clear now, Trump is isolated and it doesn’t matter where you’re from; it’s time to take your commitments to Climate Change seriously.

If you want to be part of this incredible transition, it’s time to raise your voice, and join our opportunity for a FULLY FUNDED trip to COP23, in Germany in November.

1. Who can apply?

We encourage young writers from around the world (like yourself) to help us write inspiring stories and to publish them in media, and we will reward five of you with a spot to COP 23 in Germany!

2. What do I have to write about?

We will have 3 publishing windows, during which you will have to write at least 1 article about a specific topic. You will have to write at least one article on each topic to be eligible for our prizes. That means at least 3 articles in total:

• Topic 1 (1July – 31 July): The Clean Energy Revolution

During the first publishing window, we encourage you to: (1) describe the importance of, and the opportunities for, clean energy in your country or region; (2) explain how the fossil fuel industry is having negative impacts on climate change, endangering millions of people, and (3) call out for a higher ambition in executing the well-underway clean energy revolution.

• Topic 2 (1Aug – 31 Aug): Supporting Climate Finance

To ensure the wellbeing of future societies and to achieve the climate goals that have been set, we have to invest in the future. It’s time to take up responsibility and make sure where our climate money is going.

• Topic 3 (1 Sep – 30 Sept): Climate and health

Climate change is impacting each and every one of us on a very personal level that many of us don’t even realize, namely our health. With climate action, we have the chance to save millions of lives.

To get started on the first topic, and get some inspiration on how and what to write, you can check out our Renewable Energy Toolkit.

Don’t forget that articles have to be on the suggested topic, have to be recently published (so from June onwards), and should be news articles.

By writing on these topics, you’re eligible to win a spot on our team at COP23 in Bonn. We will be covering your flight, accommodation, entry into the COP and guidance by the Climate Tracker team. Other prices to win include online writing fellowships, for which you receive a stipend and personal guidance from Climate Tracker to write about climate change issues in your region.

3. What is a publishing window?

A publishing window is the time you have to publish a certain amount of articles about a certain topic. The 1st publishing time for this campaign is from the 1st of July to the 31st of July.

4. Where do I publish my article?

You have to find a news site, blog, newspaper, magazine… willing to publish your article. It can be at a national, regional, local or international level. Aim for the one with best outreach, and avoid fake news websites.

If you never published before, we are here to help you! Check the “Links and Resources” section below, and feel free to contact us for help.

5. Can I use other formats aside from writing?

Yes, you can also send us a picture series (as long as you published it somewhere), video (upload your video it in youtube and send us the link, or radio (if you send us the link of the radio program where you appeared and a transcript of your intervention).

6. In which language can I publish my article?

You can publish in any language you prefer. You can choose depending on which audience you want to reach and why.

7. Am I eligible to apply?

Participants from all countries between the ages of 18 and 30 years old are eligible for our #RaiseUParis opportunity.

We do have one special set of Countries, and we will DEFINITELY SELECT at least ONE PERSON from the following Countries:

Indonesia | The Philippines | India | Ethiopia | Nigeria | Egypt | Bangladesh | Peru | Pakistan | Turkey

But we have 4 other spots available for anyone in the world!

9. What is a writing fellowship?

After submitting your articles, you are eligible to win a writing fellowship with us. Writing fellows are paid to deliver a certain amount of articles about certain topics. They also receive personalised training by Climate Tracker and get help in refining their publishing skills. It is an amazing opportunity to grow as a writer and to collaborate with the Climate Tracker team.

10. How will the Trackers be selected?

The best writers will be chosen among the applicants by analysing their outreach and writing skills. You can check our rating system for articles here. Writers with the best general score make a chance to one of 5 fully funded fellowships to join us at COP23 in Bonn, Germany, in November.

Official Link

Deadline: 31st July, 2017