SCO Call for projects 2026

Published on 01/09/2025

The Space for Climate Observatory (SCO) is thrilled to announce its latest Call for Proposals, inviting innovative minds and organizations to join us in transforming the landscape of climate action. This is your chance to be part of a global movement that leverages the power of Earth Observation (EO) data to develop operational tools addressing the urgent challenges of climate change and create a powerful combination with valuable in situ data.

Heart of Voh in New-Caledonia. © CNES/Distribution Airbus DS 2017

At SCO, we recognize the untapped potential of satellite data and its ability to drive tangible change. We are seeking visionary partners from industry, public entities, and scientific institutes to collaborate with us in creating operational tools that make a real difference in climate monitoring, mitigation, and adaptation. Together, we can bridge the gap between data and end-users, empowering local decision-makers and the wider public to take informed actions.

By participating in this call, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of climate-related policies. Whether you specialize in agriculture, healthcare, land occupancy, severe weather events, carbon sequestration, energy, natural disasters, water resource management, biodiversity, or any other relevant field, we invite you to submit your proposals that align with our mission.

Mandatory criteria for the proposals include:

Alignment with local needs: Demonstrating a clear understanding of the specific requirements and challenges faced by local communities and decision-makers.
Integration of satellite data: Utilizing EO data to provide actionable insights and solutions that contribute to climate monitoring, mitigation, and adaptation efforts.
Collaboration and partnership: Fostering cross-sector collaboration, involving scientists, space sector players, civil society, and other relevant stakeholders to ensure comprehensive and impactful outcomes.
Scalability and replicability: Designing tools and models that can be scaled to national and local levels, enabling widespread adoption and customization to meet diverse requirements.
Provide the digital solution in the form of a webGIS.

The selected projects will become part of SCO's ambitious portfolio, gaining access to a vast network of more than 400 institutions worldwide. This initiative fosters research, innovation, and social spin-offs, propelling your project towards success and amplifying its impact on a global stage.

Don't miss this unique opportunity to shape the future of climate action and contribute to building internationally recognized models for objective analysis. Join us in our mission to revolutionize the way we address climate change, one operational tool at a time.

🗳️ To submit
Please, connect to our submission platform HERE
Fulfill your proposal dossier and be at the forefront of the movement towards a resilient future. Rest assured, all applications are treated with strict confidentiality.

🇫🇷 For French partners, please follow this link.

For more information

Please visit the FAQ where you can find the full set of selection criteria, the description of the selection process and funding opportunities that is country dependent.

For any inquiries, reach out to the SCO Secretariat at sco_secretariat@cnes.fr

Timeline

September 8th, 2025: Call for projects opens, providing you with an opportunity to submit your project proposal.
November 16th, 2025: Call for projects closes, marking the deadline for submitting your proposals.
May 2026: Announcement of SCO-accredited projects for 2026, celebrating successful projects that have been granted SCO accreditation.

Important Notice Priority is given to projects that are supported by the country’s SCO Focal Point (please contact the Secretariat to identify the appropriate contact), and that have secured funding or are in the process of being funded.