Duration: All stories are expected to be published before the deadline set for the program (usually within several months of receipt; in subsequent cycles, the final publication date was December 1 of the same year).

Location: Project-based (field or remote depending on the story)

Funding: Approximately €1,000–€2,000 per project

Fees: No application fees

Application Process: Online application including a detailed story proposal

Language Requirements: Application must be submitted in English

Additional Details:

• Mentorship and editorial support provided
• Stories can be produced in any language with English translation
• A detailed work plan and budget are required

• Applicants must be journalists or media professionals
• Open worldwide, with priority for low- and middle-income countries
• Individual or team applications are allowed (one lead applicant required)
• Relevant journalism experience (early-career or experienced)
• Ability to work in English or provide translation
• Submission of previous work samples
• Commitment to producing original, unpublished work
• Letter of support from a media outlet required 

• Financial support for story production
• Professional mentorship and editorial guidance
• Opportunity to publish work in media outlets
• Experience in environmental journalism
• Networking opportunities
• Increased chances for international collaboration