Climate Hackathon in Northern Japan
ID: 338143Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Japan (DOS-JPN)

Eligible Applicants

Individuals

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/338143
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Japan is offering a federal grant opportunity for a Climate Hackathon in Northern Japan, specifically targeting university students in Hokkaido and the Tohoku region. The initiative aims to engage youth in developing innovative solutions to combat climate change, aligning with Japan's ambitious decarbonization goals. Eligible applicants, including individuals, non-profits, and educational institutions, can apply for funding up to $30,000 to conduct a tech camp or hackathon, with proposals due by April 15, 2022. Interested parties can reach out to the Public Affairs Section at the U.S. Embassy Tokyo via email at tokyopasgrants@state.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tokyo PAS Grants Management
    81-3-3224-5000
    tokyopasgrants@state.gov
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    Sapporo-PAS-FY22-01-02 Climate Hackathon in Northern Japan.pdf
    Sapporo-PAS-FY22-01-02.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State's Embassy in Tokyo has issued an opportunity for organizations to apply for a grant of up to $30,000 to conduct a tech camp or hackathon focused on climate crisis solutions in Northern Japan, particularly in Hokkaido and the Tohoku region. This initiative aims to engage university students and foster innovative approaches toward sustainability, contributing to Japan's climate and decarbonization goals. Eligible applicants include non-profits, educational institutions, public organizations, and individuals, with applications encouraged to demonstrate organizational capacity and a detailed budget. The performance period can extend up to 24 months, with programs expected to begin by May 31, 2023. Proposals must address the program’s objectives, including event planning, participant recruitment, and mentoring, while promoting gender balance among participants. Notably, cost-sharing is encouraged, although not mandatory. Applications are to be submitted electronically by April 15, 2022, with specific required forms and detailed proposals vetted based on quality, organizational capacity, program impact, budget justification, and sustainability. This funding opportunity supports the commitment of the U.S. Consulate General to combat climate change by empowering Japan’s youth to innovate and collaborate on environmental solutions.
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