Ripple Impact Travel Grants are designed to empower ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (oCDR) leaders from underrepresented geographies. Apply now to attend COP30.

As ocean-based climate research accelerates, it’s critical that science and governance decisions are informed by diverse perspectives. With this funding, Carbon to Sea aims to enable greater participation at COP30 by individuals from underrepresented geographies (e.g., ocean policymakers, ocean science researchers), especially Global South nations.

Carbon to Sea is now accepting applications for Ripple Impact Grants to support travel to COP30 in Brazil. Please submit your application as soon as possible, and before October 15. Carbon to Sea will inform awardees on a rolling basis. We anticipate awarding up to six awards and informing all applicants by October 20.

Grants will be made to support travel and housing costs related to participation in this year’s COP conference, with a goal of strengthening the ocean-climate field with diverse perspectives. Award amounts will be based on the cost of round-trip economy airfare, ground transportation, hotel accommodations, and per diem throughout the duration of the conference. Final award amounts will be made at the discretion of the Carbon to Sea team.

For any questions about the application process, please contact info@carbontosea.org.

Note: Carbon to Sea cannot provide access to the Blue Zone and applicants must secure their own access.

Selection Criteria

Evaluation of applications will be based on the following criteria:

Ocean Science Impact Potential: Is applicant’s work directly impacting national or regional policy, science or both?
Underrepresented Geography: Does applicant add to the diverse perspectives or underrepresented backgrounds at the event and/or have a broader impact (e.g., does the applicant’s work impact national or regional policy, science)?
Demonstrated Need & Budget: Is the travel budget clear, reasonable, and well-justified?

We will respond to applications within a few weeks.

Required Financial Forms

Please download the following financial forms, fill them out before you apply, and upload the completed forms as a part of your application.

Proposed Travel Budget
W-9
Electronic Funds Transfer Form *please complete the top two boxes

Proposed Travel Budget
W-8BEN
International Wire Form *please complete the top two boxes

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We welcome applications from individuals and organizations working to advance oCDR, especially those advancing community-driven solutions, participating in research or policy discussions, or supporting local engagement. Applicants from the Global South, Indigenous communities, small island states, and early-career professionals are strongly encouraged to apply.

If you need support to attend an event that will help advance the field of ocean-based carbon removal, please fill out the application below.

Name(Required)

First Last

Email(Required)

Enter Email Confirm Email

Organization

Title

LinkedIn Profile, Faculty Page, or Project Website

Overview of Request(Required)

Please describe how your participation at COP30 would support oCDR research and have a broader impact.

Professional Background and Potential Impact(Required)

Carbon to Sea advocates for responsible scientific research, meaningful community engagement, responsible regulatory frameworks and greater public and private funding for ocean-based carbon removal. Please describe your professional background and how your participation will contribute towards this mission.

Supplementary materials

This could include your resume, CV, or anything else to support your request.

Drop files here or

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Are you a confirmed speaker at COP30?

If so, please provide details.

Do you have access to the Blue Zone at COP30?(Required)

Access to the Blue Zone at COP30 is restricted. Carbon to Sea cannot secure access to the Blue Zone for grant recipients. Do you already have access to the Blue Zone? Please explain the status of your Blue Zone Access.

Amount requested(Required)

Please enter the amount of grant funding you are requesting, in USD.

Detailed Budget

Upload your proposed budget, using the template linked above. PDF, .docx, or .xlsx files preferred.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Are you a U.S. resident?

This answer will determine which financial forms are required but will not be used in the selection process.

Yes

No

Completed W-9 Form (For U.S. residents)

Blank form available above.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Electronic Funds Transfer Form (For U.S. residents)

Blank form available above. Please complete the first two boxes.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Completed W-8BEN Form (For non-U.S. residents)

Blank form available above.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

International Wire Form (For non-U.S. residents)

Blank form available above. Please complete the first two boxes.

Max. file size: 100 MB.

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Carbon to Sea Ripple Impact Travel Grant Application

Ripple Impact Travel Grants are designed to empower ocean-based carbon dioxide removal (oCDR) leaders from underrepresented geographies. Apply now to attend COP30.

Selection Criteria

Required Financial Forms

Required financial forms for U.S. residents

Required financial forms for non-U.S. residents

Apply Now