Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarships to attend the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa (Fully Funded)

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Application Deadline: 1 June 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarships. The Audi Environmental Foundation actively supports research into new technologies and scientific methods for a liveable future. Its stated goal is to make a contribution to environmental protection and to create and promote ways of behaving sustainably.

Audi Environmental Foundation is collaborating with One Young World to offer scholarships to 10 inspiring young leaders to attend this year’s One Young World Summit in Cape Town South Africa, 3–6 November.

This scholarship is intended for young leaders who are driving change by tackling the climate crisis. Examples of relevant work may include:

• Using innovative technologies to combat climate issues, e.g. by reducing pollution;
• Promoting climate education and its accessibility to increase awareness;
• Advocating for climate equity and justice;
• Empowering vulnerable communities and ensuring resilience to the effects of climate change;
• Protecting crucial ecosystems e.g. by halting land degradation or revitalising marine environments.

Eligibility Criteria

• Aged 18 – 30*.
• Nationals of all countries are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
• Ability to fully participate in-person at the One Young World Summit (1-7 November 2026) in Cape Town, South Africa.
• Demonstrated capacity for leadership.
• Understanding of key local and/or global issues.
• Track record of generating impactful and innovative solutions.
• Demonstrated impact and innovation in tackling environmental challenges. 

*Most delegates are between the ages of 18 and 30. The One Young World team will consider applications from those who are older than 30, pending demonstration of appropriate personal impact, initiative, and willingness to engage. We are not able to accept applications from those who will be aged under 18 at the time of the Summit. 

Benefits

Audi Environmental Foundation Scholars will receive:

• Access to the One Young World Summit 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa from 3 – 6 November. 
• Hotel accommodation in Cape Town, checking in on 1 November and checking out on 7 November.
• Travel to and from Cape Town (flights in economy)
• Catering which includes breakfast at the hotel, and lunch and dinner on core Summit days.
• Transport between the Summit accommodation and the Summit venue.
• Exclusive access to a pre-programme run by the Audi Environmental Foundation on 2 November.

For More Information:

Visit the Official Webpage of the Audi Environmental Foundation Scholarships