Organisation Name:

H T Parekh Foundation

Application Deadline:

16th February 2026

About Organisation

H T Parekh Foundation works to advance knowledge, innovation, and long-term solutions for complex development and climate challenges in India. Through its flagship programme ReVIVE, the Foundation supports research and action that strengthen resilience and improve outcomes for vulnerable communities. It focuses on evidence-led approaches, encourages experimentation in emerging areas, and promotes collaborations across sectors. By funding high-quality studies and practical innovations, the Foundation aims to generate insights that can guide policy, programs, and systems change. Its work supports Indian organisations working at the intersection of climate risks, people, and urban development.

About the Grant

Under the ReVIVE programme, this exploratory grant supports research and evidence generation on urban heat risk in India. It focuses on extreme heat as a growing climate threat affecting public health, urban services, infrastructure, and social systems. The grant encourages innovative ideas, early evidence building, and solutions in under-studied or overlooked dimensions of heat risk, especially in urban and peri-urban settings. The goal is to strengthen understanding of heat impacts and help accelerate meaningful adaptation. Projects should explore the intersection of heat, people, and urban systems through strong research design and practical relevance.

Who can Apply?

The opportunity is open to Indian organisations with relevant thematic experience and the ability to undertake research or evidence-building work on heat risk. Eligible applicants include implementation agencies, think tanks, academic and research institutions, NGOs, and social enterprises. Applicants should demonstrate capacity to explore urban and peri-urban heat challenges, including health impacts, infrastructure stress, service disruption, or social vulnerability. Proposals aligned to emerging or under-researched areas of heat risk will be prioritised. Organisations should be able to deliver credible insights, practical recommendations, or scalable solutions that support heat adaptation efforts.

How to Apply?

Applicants must review the stated criteria and timelines and submit their proposal through the official application process. Proposals should clearly describe the heat-risk problem being explored, research approach, expected evidence outputs, and how findings will support adaptation action. Applicants should highlight relevant experience, implementation feasibility, and the potential to generate useful insights for cities and communities. Submit the application within the announced timeline to be considered.