Submissions open for Climate Curve Prize: Methane

The Climate Curve Prize: Methane invites innovators to develop solutions that reduce methane emissions from food and waste systems. The global prize provides $25,000 to eight laureates, offering funding, mentorship, and access to climate networks to scale high-impact solutions.

About the Prize

The Climate Curve Prize: Methane is the first global initiative dedicated specifically to methane mitigation in food and waste systems. The prize seeks to accelerate breakthrough innovations that reduce methane emissions and create measurable climate impact.

Focus Areas

The prize evaluates solutions based on:

• Mitigation: Approaches that measurably reduce methane emissions.

• Social and Cultural Pathways: Solutions that consider behavioral, social, and cultural dimensions of adoption.

• Finance: Models for funding, sustainability, and investment scalability.

• MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, Verification): Mechanisms to track, report, and verify methane reductions.

Objectives

• Build a global portfolio of innovative solutions targeting methane from agriculture and waste management.

• Identify high-potential innovators who can deliver real-world impact.

• Connect innovators with climate leaders, funders, and global networks.

• Provide flexible, trust-based funding to accelerate development and scaling of solutions.

Prize Details

• Number of Laureates: 8

• Funding per Laureate: $25,000 (USD)

• Support: Funding is trust-based, no-strings-attached, and tailored to help scale the solutions.

• Additional Benefits: Global visibility, network access, mentorship, and participation in climate innovation events.

Eligibility

• Open to innovators and change-makers focused on reducing methane emissions in food and waste systems.

• Both individuals and teams developing scalable solutions are welcome.

• Applicants should demonstrate the potential for measurable environmental impact and feasibility of implementation.

Application Timeline

• Application Deadline: April 17 at 11:59 PM IDLW (UTC–12)

• Finalists Announced: July 2

• Laureates Selected and Awarded: September during New York Climate Week

How to Apply

1. Prepare a proposal detailing the solution, expected methane reduction impact, and approach to social, cultural, financial, or MRV challenges.

2. Submit your application through the Climate Curve Prize portal before the deadline.

3. Shortlisted finalists may be invited to provide additional information or participate in evaluation sessions.

4. Selected laureates will receive funding and mentorship to implement or scale their solutions.

Why This Prize Matters

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas, and the Climate Curve Prize: Methane:

• Targets high-impact emissions reduction in global food and waste systems.

• Supports early-stage and scaling innovations that can transform practices.

• Builds a global network of innovators and funders committed to climate solutions.

• Provides flexible funding to accelerate practical implementation without administrative barriers.

FAQs

1. Who can apply? Individuals or teams developing solutions to reduce methane emissions in food and waste systems.

2. What is the prize amount? $25,000 per laureate.

3. How many winners are selected? Eight laureates each year.

4. Are there specific sectors targeted? Yes, agriculture and waste management are the primary focus areas.

5. Is there mentorship or networking support? Yes, laureates gain access to global climate networks and high-level events.

6. What is MRV? Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification – a system to track and confirm methane reductions.

7. When are key dates? Applications close April 17; finalists announced July 2; laureates awarded September.

Conclusion

The Climate Curve Prize: Methane accelerates innovative solutions for one of the most potent greenhouse gases. By funding and connecting global innovators, the initiative drives scalable, real-world impact in food and waste systems while fostering a global climate action network.