Application Deadline:
30 December 2026
About Organisation
The Ernest Solvay Fund supports non-commercial initiatives that contribute to scientific education, environmental sustainability and community wellbeing. The fund focuses on three broad areas: STEM education, Planet Progress and Better Life. It supports organisations developing practical projects related to science and technology education, biodiversity, energy transition, air and water quality, community wellbeing and other locally relevant priorities. The fund operates in Belgium and countries where Solvay has a presence, subject to its geographic eligibility requirements. Projects must be implemented within 100 kilometres of an eligible Solvay industrial, research and innovation or administrative site. The programme encourages concrete projects capable of delivering measurable community, educational or environmental benefits.
About the Grant
The Ernest Solvay Fund 2026 provides financial support of up to €10,000 per initiative. Funding is available for non-commercial projects under three pillars: scientific education, Planet Progress and Better Life. Eligible activities can include STEM and digital education, biodiversity conservation, energy transition, improvement of air and water quality, community development and initiatives supporting the physical, psychosocial or financial security of communities. Projects must be implemented within 100 kilometres of an eligible Solvay site and should demonstrate a clear purpose, feasible implementation plan and measurable impact.
Who can Apply?
The fund is open to organisations implementing eligible non-commercial projects. Proposed initiatives must fall under STEM education, Planet Progress or Better Life and must be implemented within 100 kilometres of an eligible Solvay industrial, R&D or administrative site. Commercial sites do not qualify for the geographic requirement. Relevant projects can involve science and technology education, biodiversity, environmental protection, energy, water and air quality or community wellbeing. Applicants should verify that their project location meets the distance requirement before preparing their application.
How to Apply?
Applicants should create or access an account through the Ernest Solvay Fund application system and complete the online application form. The proposal should describe the project, selected funding pillar, location, beneficiaries, activities, expected impact and requested budget. Applicants should confirm that the project is within the required 100-kilometre radius of an eligible Solvay site and submit the completed application before the deadline.
Application Deadline
The application deadline is 30 September 2026.
Last Date To Apply
For more information, please visit the grant website here.
