Research Council of Norway
Broad research collaboration related to possible future mineral activities on the Norwegian shelf
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The Research Council of Norway is calling for broad research collaboration on potential future mineral activities on the Norwegian shelf, focusing on environmental consequences and knowledge-building with societal and business actors. The programme is open exclusively to Norwegian research organisations and encourages cross-sector partnerships between academia, industry, and civil society. Applications are due 9 September 2026.
Details
| Funder | Research Council of Norway |
| Deadline | 9 September 2026 |
| Eligible countries | NO |
Eligibility & scope
Promotes broad research collaboration between Norwegian research communities and societal/business actors on seabed mineral activities and environmental consequences. Norwegian research organisations eligible.
Who Should Apply
- •Norwegian research organisations (universities, institutes, public research centres)
- •Research teams willing to partner with industry, government agencies, or environmental stakeholders
- •Projects addressing environmental, geological, or socioeconomic impacts of seabed mineral extraction
- •Interdisciplinary consortia combining natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences
Key Dates
- •Deadline: 9 September 2026
- •Eligible organisations: Norwegian research institutions only
Tips for Applicants
- ✓Partner diversity matters, include letters of commitment from industry, regulators, or civil-society organisations to strengthen the application.
- ✓Frame the research as knowledge-building for future policy and decision-making rather than advocacy; the funder values evidence over positions.
- ✓Seabed mining is newly salient in Norwegian policy; emphasise how your work will inform the government's approach to mineral potential and environmental risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for this seabed mineral research call?
Norwegian research organisations, including universities, research institutes, and public research centres. Partnerships with industry and societal actors are encouraged but not mandatory.
What is the deadline for the seabed mineral research collaboration call?
The deadline is 9 September 2026.
What topics should research cover in this call?
The call emphasises environmental consequences and sustainability of potential seabed mineral activities, with broad scope for geological, ecological, socioeconomic, and regulatory research.
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