Invitations to quote
ClimateXChange funds research in two ways:
- A call-down programme aimed at delivering responses to particular research questions via open procurement. Project requests are solicited in response to Scottish Government calls for ClimateXChange projects at several points in the year.
- Research fellows who work in universities and research institutes, and have individual work plans agreed with the relevant Scottish Government policy division.
In 2024-25, we have commissioned and managed more than 50 new and ongoing research projects, aiming to understand how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, how different sectors can adapt to a changing climate and how to create policies that are fair and make the most of Scotland’s assets.
Examples of previous work and impact can be found on our Published Research, Research fellowships and Impact case studies pages. Our step-by-step guide on best practice in responding to our invitations to quote for projects can be found on the page Tips for writing research proposals.
The University of Edinburgh Terms and Conditions of contract for services can be found at: Standard terms and conditions goods and services. These will be the terms and conditions which govern any resulting contract. Our data retention policy aligns with the University of Edinburgh data retention periods. Please note separate T&Cs for fellowships are available on request.
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We also encourage researchers to offer us insights that may be relevant to climate-related policies. This can be done for instance by contacting us about research evidence or to suggest blog posts.
Invitations to quote for research projects
Export opportunities for Scottish environmental goods and services
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission research to quantify and analyse export growth opportunities for environmental goods and services, and to identify tariff and non-tariff barriers to export growth.
Submissions must be received by noon on Monday 17th August.
Electric vehicle uptake on Scottish islands
ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to better understand barriers to the decarbonisation of road transport on Scottish islands. This work will examine electric vehicle (EV) adoption (by individuals, communities and businesses), using a systems lens in the specific context of Scottish islands.
Submissions must be received by noon on Friday 21 August.
Quantifying the market for single-use food and drink items in Scotland
ClimateXChange wishes to commission essential evidence to inform Scottish Government policymaking on transitioning to a more circular economy through quantifying market data for a range of single-use food and drink items and reviewing environmental impact evidence.
Submissions must be received by noon on Monday 24 August.
Solar on underused space
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission a review of evidence relating to the deployment of solar on underused space in jurisdictions other than Scotland.
Submissions must be received by noon on Monday 31 August.
Invitations to quote for research fellowships
There are currently no invitations to quote for research fellowships. Please check back for updates.
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