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Engineering for One Planet (EOP) Initiative is a joint grant from The Lemelson Foundation and the U.S. National Science Foundation that funds the integration of environmental and social sustainability into engineering education. The initiative provides up to $3 million over three years to support qualified engineering education projects, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $300,000.
Eligible applicants include universities, engineering schools, and faculty members developing curricula or programs that prepare future engineers to address pressing sustainability challenges.
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Apply for U.S. National Science Foundation-The Lemelson Foundation Grants | The Latest | Engineering for One Planet Events & Upcoming Webinars Events & Upcoming Webinars The U.S. National Science Foundation and The Lemelson Foundation have announced a new joint initiative to support the integration of environmental and social sustainability into the education of future engineers.
Lemelson will provide up to $3 million over three years to support qualified engineering education projects through the NSF Research in the Formation of Engineers program.
To support a sustainable future, projects may focus on addressing societal challenges; developing case studies and sustainability engineering content; exploring engineering identities and beliefs about sustainability; integrating sustainability with engineering design; and other areas.
Information about the special funding opportunity is available in the Dear Colleague Letter for the initiative: NSF-Lemelson Initiative on Environmental and Social Sustainability in Engineering Education (NSF 24-028) . Proposals are accepted at any time; to be considered for funding in Fiscal Year 2024, applicants should submit proposals by April 30, 2024.
ASEE Announces 2025 EOP Awardees Apply for 2025 ABET-The Lemelson Foundation EOP Award © 2026 Engineering for One Planet
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Universities, Engineering Schools, Faculty Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000 - $300,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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