Attend the 1st Rwanda Climate Science Symposium 2025 at M-Hotel, Kigali. Connect with researchers, policymakers, and innovators to shape Rwanda’s climate future. Fully funded opportunity — apply by May 6th!
Event Details:
- Date: May 13–14, 2025
- Venue: M-Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda
- Speakers: 32 Experts
- Seats Available: 150
About the Symposium
While Rwanda has seen remarkable growth in climate science research, the need for stronger collaboration between scientists, policymakers, and practitioners remains.
The Rwanda Climate Science Symposium aims to bridge this gap by:
- Showcasing groundbreaking research on climate change in Rwanda
- Promoting evidence-based policymaking
- Building cross-sector networks for innovation
- Highlighting funding opportunities for local and international climate research
Key Objectives
- Strengthen research networks within Rwanda’s climate science community
- Create a platform to share impactful, ongoing climate research
- Foster dialogue between researchers, policymakers, and funders to drive real-world solutions
Symposium Tracks
- Research Presentations: Current climate research focused on Rwanda
- Evidence-Based Policy Dialogue: Best practices for bridging science and policymaking
- Networking Stream: Identify knowledge hubs and build future collaboration pathways
- Funding Opportunities: Learn about avenues for financing climate research
Organizers
This historic event is led by the Rwandan-German project “Capacity Development for the Implementation of Rwanda’s NDCs”, with support from:
- Ministry of Environment (MoE)
- GIZ Rwanda
- Rwanda Meteorological Agency
- Rwanda Environment Management Authority (REMA)
- Rwanda Space Agency
- National Council for Science and Technology
- Center of Excellence in Biodiversity and Natural Resource Management
- AKADEMIYA2063
- AIMS – Research Innovation Center
Application Details
Deadline to Apply: May 6th, 2025, by 6 PM (Rwanda time)
Program Type: Fully Funded
Who Should Apply:
- Climate researchers, early-career scientists, and students
- Experts from universities, research institutes, and think tanks
- Private sector professionals in fields like renewable energy, agriculture, and environmental technology
- Policymakers and development partners working on climate and sustainability initiatives
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