# Nyskapende forskning innenfor miljø, landbaserte næringer og samfunn

**Funder:** Research Council of Norway
**Deadline:** 7 October 2026 (Opens for applications 26 August 2026; planned call)
**Consortium:** Required — Norwegian and Swedish co-applicants
**Eligible countries:** NO
**Official call:** https://www.forskningsradet.no/utlysninger/internasjonale-fellesutlysninger/nyskapende-forskning-miljo-landbaserte-naringer-samfunn/
**Last verified:** 28 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Pilot call under the European Weave collaboration between the Research Council of Norway and Formas (Sweden). Norwegian researchers at approved Norwegian research institutions can participate in project applications with a Swedish lead applicant via Formas' open 'Explore' call. Focus: environment, land-based industries, and society.

## Summary

This pilot call under the European Weave collaboration funds innovative research on environment, land-based industries, and society through joint Norwegian, Swedish consortia. Norwegian researchers at approved institutions can co-apply with a Swedish lead applicant under Formas' open 'Explore' call, offering a rare route to Nordic cross-border funding. The call runs 26 August to 7 October 2026.

## Who should apply

- Norwegian researchers at approved research institutions
- Teams partnering with a Swedish lead applicant (required consortium structure)
- Projects addressing environment, land-based industries, or societal challenges
- Researchers seeking Nordic cross-border collaboration in applied sustainability research

## Key dates

- Application opens 26 August 2026; deadline 7 October 2026
- Pilot call under European Weave collaboration
- Consortium with Norwegian co-applicant(s) and Swedish lead applicant required

## Tips for applicants

- The Swedish partner must hold the formal lead; position your Norwegian team as a strong co-applicant group with complementary expertise rather than equal co-leads.
- Formas' 'Explore' call framework governs the joint submission, review Formas' call text alongside the Research Council of Norway guidance to avoid misalignment on budget, timeline, or reporting.
- Environmental and land-use context spanning Nordic borders strengthens this pilot; emphasise cross-national relevance and why the Norwegian input is essential to the research design.

## Frequently asked questions

### Can I apply as a Norwegian researcher to this Weave call?

Yes, if you are employed at an approved Norwegian research institution and join a consortium with a Swedish lead applicant through Formas' open 'Explore' call.

### Does the Swedish partner have to lead the project?

Yes, the call requires a Swedish lead applicant; Norwegian researchers participate as co-applicants in the consortium.

### What research areas are in scope for this pilot call?

Environment, land-based industries, and society-focused research are the call's primary themes.

### When does the call open and close?

Applications open on 26 August 2026 and close on 7 October 2026.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/research-council-of-norway-nyskapende-forskning-innenfor-milj-landbaserte-n-r-2026-10) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.