To all the young climate and clean energy practitioners seeking fellowships abroad in their specific domain, we are here with an exciting international fellowship opportunity that is meant for you! Applications are open for the Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026. A prestigious fellowship program offered by the Jackson School of Global Affairs, Yale University, and administered through the International Leadership Center (ILC) is inviting applications from young climate and clean energy practitioners from the Global South to apply and broaden their technical skills build professional network and strengthen leadership in clean energy and climate change.
The fellowship is seeking applications from various professions; whether you are an educator, researcher, financier, company professional, journalist, civil society representative, legal adviser, or legislator, it’s open to all. The duration of the fellowship program is 5 months, which is delivered in a Hybrid model that includes two weeks of in-person sessions at Paris and Yale, followed by bi-monthly remote learning. A tailored program that offers an opportunity to engage with Yale faculty, network with global leaders to discuss the key issues in the climate change and clean energy agenda. The objective of the fellowship program is to build a community of committed climate change leaders from developing countries and help them grow by learning from top Yale experts and the global leaders to support a cleaner and more sustainable future.
The application window for the 2026 Emerging Climate Leaders fellowship is currently open; the last date for the submission of applications is August 1st, 2025. No Application fee is associated with the fellowship. Read more details regarding the program below.
Details About Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026
- Host Countries: France, USA
- Hosted By: Jackson School of Global Affairs
- Administered By: International Leadership Center
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Duration: 5 Months
- Dates: February 2026 – June 2026
- Deadline: 1st August 2025
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Fellowship Coverage
The fellowship covers all the costs related to the fellowship that including:
- Round-trip airfare to Paris and New Haven
- Accommodation
- Airport Transfers
- No Application fees
- A daily allowance to cover small daily expenses
Fellowship Structure:
Yale Orientation Week | February 16-20, 2026
The 5-month fellowship program kicks starts with an in-person orientation program at Yale University, New Haven, where fellows will engage in interactive sessions with Yale faculty to set the terms for the Global climate change debate. During the orientation weeks, fellows will have an opportunity to explore a wide range of climate initiatives and delve into cutting-edge scholarship opportunities on a wide range of clean energy and climate issues
Remote Learning | March-June 2026
The fellows will go through a series of transformative remote sessions with top professionals associated with climate change and clean energy. The remote sessions consist of interactive expert-led sessions on various topics such as decarbonization, energy policy, governance, and cross-cultural collaboration
Closing Week | Paris June 15-19, 2026
The fellowship will conclude in Paris, where fellows will have an opportunity to interact with the top international climate change experts, share their views, and develop strong networks with professionals. Moreover, fellows will also have networking opportunities with the staff members of the International Energy Agency and the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, French municipal officials, think tanks, academia, and the private sector.
Eligibility Criteria
The Yale fellowship is accepting applications from applicants meeting the following criteria:
- Applicants holding a nationality of the Global South, e.g, Asia, the Middle East, Latin America/Caribbean)
- Applications with at least 5-10 years of experience in clean energy and climate-related work
- Excellent English communication skills
- Committed to attending the complete program, including both in-person and remote sessions.
Selection Criteria
- Selection is based on the following aspects:
- Demonstrate achievement in climate or clean energy
- Have leadership potential
- Commitment to bringing a positive change at the local or international levels
- Passionate about expanding networks
Required Documents
- Resume/Curriculum vitae (max 3 pages)
- A video statement
- Personal statement (Max 600 words)
- One letter of recommendation
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How to Apply for Yale Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026?
The application process is entirely online – there is no paperwork to complete the application. Interested applicants need to submit an online application along with the mentioned documents via the official portal. To apply -> visit the official portal -> create an account -> access the online application -> upload materials, and request your letter of recommendation.
No Application fee or other costs will be charged while applying for the program. Visit the official link below to apply and for more details.
