# Nasjonalt forskningskonsortium for deltakelse i SOLSTICE II – Social Cohesion in the Context of Climate Policy

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Budget:** Kr 10,000,000–20,000,000
**Deadline:** 23 September 2026
**Duration:** 36-60 months
**Consortium:** Required — one Norwegian research consortium as national partner in SOLSTICE II
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/2026/nasjonalt-forskningskonsortium-solstice/
**Last updated:** 13 Sept 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Selects one Norwegian research consortium to join the SOLSTICE II initiative on social cohesion in climate policy, developing policy-relevant knowledge on societal conditions for climate transition and adaptation.

## Summary

This call from the Research Council of Norway funds a single Norwegian research consortium to serve as the national partner in the international SOLSTICE II initiative, which studies the social conditions underpinning climate transition and climate adaptation. Funding ranges from Kr 10-20 million (about €860,000-€1,720,000) for projects lasting 36 to 60 months, and only Norwegian consortia are eligible to apply.

## Who should apply

- Norwegian research consortia (not single institutions) with an established climate policy or social science research base
- Groups able to represent Norway as the sole national partner in the SOLSTICE II international initiative
- Researchers focused on societal preconditions for climate transition and climate adaptation
- Teams capable of committing to a 3-5 year international collaborative project

## Key dates

- Deadline: 23 September 2026
- Project duration: 36-60 months

## Tips for applicants

- Frame the proposal explicitly around SOLSTICE II's international scope, the Norwegian consortium must function as the country's designated partner, not a standalone project.
- Since only one consortium will be selected, coordinate early with other Norwegian groups working on climate transition and social cohesion to avoid fragmenting the applicant pool.
- Budget and timeline should reflect the 36-60 month range; justify the chosen duration against SOLSTICE II's international project milestones.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much funding does the SOLSTICE II Norwegian consortium call provide?

The call offers between Kr 10 million and Kr 20 million (roughly €860,000-€1,720,000) for the selected consortium.

### Who can apply for the SOLSTICE II national consortium grant?

Norwegian research consortia intending to participate as the Norwegian partner in the international SOLSTICE II initiative on social cohesion and climate policy.

### What is the deadline for the SOLSTICE II Research Council of Norway call?

The deadline is 23 September 2026.

### How long can a SOLSTICE II consortium project run?

Projects can run between 36 and 60 months.

### How many consortia will be funded under this call?

Only one Norwegian consortium will be selected to represent Norway as a partner in SOLSTICE II.

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