Advancing atmospheric and aerial autonomy

Funding

Up to £4,000,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

NERC is offering proof-of-concept funding for autonomous technology in environmental science. You can apply to develop or deploy innovative autonomous solutions for atmospheric research. You can also apply for autonomous aerial systems used in environmental science. Funding goes up to £4,000,000 per project. You must be based at a UK research organisation that is eligible for NERC funding.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

academic

Key requirements:

  • Must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for NERC funding
  • Project must relate to autonomous solutions for atmospheric science or autonomous aerial systems for environmental science
Who is this for?

This funding is for researchers and scientists based at UK research organisations eligible for NERC funding. It suits those working on autonomous technology for atmospheric or environmental science. It is not for private businesses, charities, or individuals outside eligible research institutions.

Regions

No published award history for Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)

Apply for proof-of-concept funding to develop and deploy innovative autonomous solutions for atmospheric science research or autonomous aerial systems for environmental science.You must be based at a UK research organisation eligible for NERC funding.

How to apply

You must apply through a UK research organisation eligible for NERC funding. Check the NERC website for the application portal and any specific submission requirements for this call.

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Last updated: 16 September 2026