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Sustainable efficiencies in urban environments

Executive Summary

This UKRI-NSFC bilateral initiative supports collaborative research between the UK and China focused on urban climate adaptation, resilience, and carbon reduction. It is ideal for academic and research-led consortia developing innovative solutions for sustainable urban environments.

Expected Launch
September 2026
Funding Body
UK Research and Innovation (UKRI)
Eligible Applicants
Academic, RTO, Large, SME
Funding Available & Project Rates
Likely £1 to 2 million each, depending on discussions with partners
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Target Sectors
clean energynet zero
Technology Scope
urban climate adaptationclimate resiliencecarbon footprint reductionsustainable urban environments
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Competition Scope & Overview

This programme between UKRI and the National Natural Science Foundation of China will establish research collaborations in urban climate adaptation and resilience, drawing on UK and Chinese expertise in solutions for reducing the carbon footprint and increased climate resilience in urban environments. Lead: NERC

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