Carbon to Sea Research Fellowship Program
A paid, part-time research fellowship for scientists synthesizing what the field is learning about ocean alkalinity enhancement.
Overview
The Carbon to Sea Research Fellowship Program funds scientists and engineers around the world to synthesize new knowledge on ocean alkalinity enhancement (OAE), a marine carbon dioxide removal approach. It is run by the Carbon to Sea Initiative, which funds OAE research and responsible sector development.
Fellows take a narrowly scoped project in one of three tracks: OAE efficiency (dissolution, subduction, additionality and uncertainty), environmental impacts (lab, mesocosm and field trial evidence on marine ecosystems) and MRV (updating Carbon to Sea's interactive MRV database with cost and baseline data). They review recent literature, interview experts, survey practitioners and produce a rigorous report plus audience-specific materials, then present to the Carbon to Sea team.
The 2026 cohort, the program's second, ran part time from April 22 to July 15, 2026 (about 15 to 20 hours a week) and included expense-paid attendance at Carbon to Sea's Annual Convening in Canada on April 28 to 30, 2026. Fellows were paid USD 10,000.
Who it is for
- Background relevant to the track, for example biogeochemistry, ocean science, carbon removal, environmental science or consulting, marine robotics, data management or social science.
- Strong conceptual thinking and a strong interest in OAE.
- Willing to take on a narrowly scoped project.
- Located anywhere, but able to get a visa to travel to Canada for the Annual Convening.
- Preference for working within EST or CET time zones.
Check if you are eligible
Check your eligibility for Carbon to Sea Research Fellowship ProgramAdmissions and application
The 2026 call required applications by March 10, 2026. Fellows report to Carbon to Sea's Director of Research and Technology. Questions go to fellows@carbontosea.org. No 2027 call has been published.
Benefits
- USD 10,000 compensation.
- Expense-paid attendance at the Annual Convening for field-wide orientation and networking with leading scientists.
- Work with Carbon to Sea's research team.
- A report or framework that informs the field's R&D roadmap.
Timeline
- 2026 applications due March 10, 2026.
- Fellowship: April 22 to July 15, 2026, part time (about 15 to 20 hours per week).
- Annual Convening: April 28 to 30, 2026 (Canada, mandatory).
- No 2027 dates published.
What came of it
The 2026 cohort is the program's second. Fellows' outputs feed Carbon to Sea's R&D roadmap and its interactive MRV database.
How to go about it
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Who can apply, how people get in and whether it is open right now.
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The program has not published how to apply. Terms and dates change. Check the official page before you act.
What it pays
USD 10,000 for the part-time fellowship (2026), plus expense-paid travel to the Annual Convening.
Questions about this program
What is the Carbon to Sea Research Fellowship?
A paid, part-time fellowship in which scientists synthesize the latest research on ocean alkalinity enhancement in one of three tracks: efficiency, environmental impacts or MRV.
How much does it pay?
USD 10,000 for the 2026 fellowship, plus expense-paid attendance at the Annual Convening.
How much time does it take?
About 15 to 20 hours per week from April 22 to July 15, 2026.
Who can apply?
People with backgrounds such as biogeochemistry, ocean science, carbon removal, environmental science, marine robotics or social science, located anywhere but able to travel to Canada.
Is it open now?
No. The 2026 deadline was March 10, 2026, and no 2027 call has been published.
What do fellows produce?
A rigorous report or framework, audience-specific materials and a presentation to the Carbon to Sea team.
Is travel required?
Yes. Attendance at the Annual Convening (April 28 to 30, 2026 in Canada) was mandatory and expense-paid.
Who do I contact?
fellows@carbontosea.org.
About Carbon to Sea Initiative
Carbon to Sea Initiative
Grant Maker
Philanthropic initiative funding research on ocean alkalinity enhancement.
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From public sources
What the sources say about Carbon to Sea Research Fellowship Program
The four tracks covered OAE efficiency, environmental impacts, social and community impacts, and monitoring, reporting, and verification.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)The 2026 call was for the program’s second cohort.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)Fellows synthesize emerging research to inform Carbon to Sea’s R&D roadmap and future grants.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)Fellows conducted literature and stakeholder research, documented evidence, produced a rigorous report or framework, and presented findings.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)Fellows could live anywhere but needed to attend an expense-paid April convening in Canada and be able to secure a visa.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)The 2026 fellowship was part-time, lasted April 22 through July 15, required about 15 to 20 hours weekly, and paid $10,000.
Source: Carbon to Sea: Apply now for the 2026 Research Fellowship Program (Feb 13, 2026)
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