Story Grants to Report on Business Responses to Climate Change in Thailand

The Earth Journalism Network (EJN), in partnership with the Thai Journalist Club and Data Hatch, is offering story grants of up to EUR 1,500 to support Thai journalists producing in-depth reporting on business and climate change. In addition to financial support, selected applicants receive editorial mentorship and guidance to develop high-quality investigative stories on climate policy, sustainability, and business transformation in Thailand.

What are the EJN Thailand Business and Climate Story Grants?

The EJN Thailand Business and Climate Story Grants are designed to support journalists and professional content producers in creating original, evidence-based reporting on how businesses in Thailand are responding to climate change and evolving sustainability policies.

The programme encourages investigative and solutions-focused journalism that helps the public understand the links between business practices, climate action, environmental regulation, and sustainable economic development.

Selected journalists receive funding and professional editorial support throughout the reporting process.

Program Overview

• Programme Name: EJN Thailand Business and Climate Story Grants 2026
• Organisers: Earth Journalism Network (EJN), Thai Journalist Club, and Data Hatch
• Programme Type: Journalism story grant
• Funding Amount: Up to EUR 1,500
• Eligible Applicants: Journalists and professional content producers
• Country Focus: Thailand
• Primary Objective: Support in-depth reporting on business and climate change

Funding Amount

Selected applicants may receive:

• Up to EUR 1,500 for producing an original story

In addition to financial support, recipients benefit from:

• Editorial guidance
• Professional mentorship
• Feedback throughout the reporting process

The programme is intended to strengthen the quality and impact of climate journalism.

Programme Objectives

The story grants aim to:

• Support high-quality climate journalism.
• Improve public understanding of business responses to climate change.
• Encourage investigative and evidence-based reporting.
• Promote reporting on sustainability policies.
• Highlight underreported environmental issues.
• Strengthen journalism focused on climate accountability.
• Build journalists’ capacity through mentorship.

The programme encourages reporting that connects environmental issues with economic and business decision-making.

Focus Areas

Applications should focus on one or more of the following topics:

• Business and climate change
• Climate policy in Thailand
• Corporate sustainability
• Climate adaptation
• Climate mitigation
• Net-zero transition
• Carbon pricing
• Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) standards
• Sustainable business practices
• Climate regulation
• Corporate climate disclosure
• Supply chain sustainability
• Climate governance

Specific topics include:

• Thailand’s draft Climate Change Act
• Thailand Taxonomy
• Carbon pricing mechanisms
• Net-zero commitments
• EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
• Supply chain due diligence requirements
• Evolving ESG standards

Projects should clearly demonstrate the connection between business activities and climate change.

What Types of Stories Are Encouraged?

The programme gives preference to proposals that:

• Cover underreported issues.
• Present fresh perspectives.
• Reveal new evidence.
• Investigate business responses to climate policies.
• Examine corporate sustainability practices.
• Explain the economic implications of climate regulations.

Stories focusing solely on climate impacts without a strong business or policy angle are less likely to be selected.

Mentorship and Editorial Support

Selected journalists receive professional support throughout the reporting process.

This includes:

• Editorial coaching.
• Story development guidance.
• Reporting advice.
• Feedback on drafts.
• Assistance in strengthening investigative reporting.

The mentorship aims to improve both journalistic quality and public impact.

Who is Eligible?

Applications are open to a wide range of media professionals.

Eligible applicants include:

• Online journalists
• Print journalists
• Television journalists
• Radio journalists
• Professional content producers
• Freelance journalists
• Staff reporters
• Journalists from international media
• National media journalists
• Local media journalists
• Community media journalists

Both early-career and experienced journalists are encouraged to apply.

Team Applications

Applications from journalism teams are welcome.

For team submissions:

• One lead applicant must be designated.
• The lead applicant will manage communication with EJN.
• The lead applicant will administer the grant if selected.

Priority Applicants

Priority consideration will be given to journalists who participated in the:

EJN Thailand Business and Climate Net Zero Workshop held in June 2026.

However, participation in the workshop is not stated as a mandatory requirement.

Language Requirements

Applications may be submitted in:

• English
• Thai

Applicants should:

• Have a working knowledge of English, or
• Arrange translation support for communication during the grant period.

What Makes a Strong Application?

Competitive proposals generally demonstrate:

• A clear reporting angle.
• Strong business relevance.
• Original investigative approach.
• Evidence-based reporting plans.
• Public interest value.
• Feasible reporting timeline.
• Clear methodology for gathering information.
• Potential for meaningful public impact.

Projects that uncover new information or explain complex climate policies through business reporting are particularly encouraged.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to prepare a competitive application.

Step 1: Review the Programme Priorities

Ensure your proposed story focuses on business and climate change rather than general environmental reporting.

Step 2: Develop Your Story Proposal

Clearly describe:

• The reporting topic.
• Research questions.
• Reporting methodology.
• Sources.
• Expected outcomes.
• Publication plan.

Step 3: Prepare Your Budget

Explain how the requested funding will support reporting activities.

Step 4: Complete the Application

Submit the required application materials in either English or Thai.

Step 5: Participate in the Mentorship Programme

If selected, work closely with assigned editors and mentors while producing your story.

Why These Story Grants Matter

Climate change is increasingly affecting businesses, trade, investment, and public policy.

These grants help journalists:

• Produce evidence-based reporting.
• Improve public understanding of climate policy.
• Investigate corporate sustainability.
• Hold institutions accountable.
• Explain complex environmental regulations.
• Strengthen environmental journalism.
• Build professional reporting skills through mentorship.

The programme contributes to more informed public discussion about climate action and sustainable economic development.

Common Application Mistakes to Avoid

Applicants should avoid the following mistakes:

• Proposing stories without a business angle.
• Covering widely reported issues without new insights.
• Presenting vague reporting plans.
• Providing unrealistic budgets.
• Failing to identify key sources.
• Submitting incomplete applications.
• Ignoring the programme’s climate policy focus.

Well-researched proposals with clear investigative value are more likely to be selected.

Tips for Preparing a Strong Application

To strengthen your proposal:

• Focus on an underreported issue.
• Explain why the story matters now.
• Demonstrate how businesses are affected by climate policies.
• Identify reliable sources and data.
• Present a realistic reporting schedule.
• Highlight the expected public impact.
• Show how your reporting will contribute new evidence or perspectives.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Who can apply for the EJN Thailand Business and Climate Story Grants?

Journalists and professional content producers working in online, print, television, radio, or other media formats may apply. Both freelancers and staff journalists are eligible.

How much funding is available?

Selected applicants may receive up to EUR 1,500 to produce original, in-depth reporting.

What topics should the stories cover?

Stories should examine the relationship between business and climate change, including climate policy, corporate sustainability, carbon pricing, net-zero strategies, ESG standards, and international sustainability regulations.

Can journalism teams apply?

Yes. Team applications are accepted, provided one lead applicant is designated to manage communication and grant administration.

Is mentorship included?

Yes. Selected journalists receive editorial guidance and mentorship throughout the reporting and production process.

What languages are accepted for applications?

Applications may be submitted in English or Thai. Applicants should have a working knowledge of English or arrange translation support during the grant period.

What makes a competitive proposal?

Strong proposals present original reporting ideas, focus on underreported business and climate issues, demonstrate investigative value, provide a realistic reporting plan, and show clear public interest.

Conclusion

The EJN Thailand Business and Climate Story Grants 2026 provide an excellent opportunity for journalists to produce impactful reporting on the intersection of business, climate change, and sustainability in Thailand. With funding of up to EUR 1,500, professional editorial mentorship, and support from experienced journalists, the programme enables media professionals to investigate emerging climate policies, corporate sustainability practices, and the transition to a low-carbon economy while strengthening public understanding of these critical issues.