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.
- Post-Doctoral Research Opportunities (PDROs) who work in universities and research institutes, and have individual work plans agreed with the relevant Scottish Government policy division.
In 2023, we have commissioned more than 30 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 the Research 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.
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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
Estimating fabric energy efficiency rating using EPC metrics
ClimateXChange wishes to commission research to investigate the use of Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) metrics as a predictor of fabric energy efficiency for domestic properties.
Submissions must be received by noon on Thursday 25 July 2024.
Mid-point review of the Climate Change Public Engagement Strategy
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission a study of the role of government in public engagement and ways to improve Scottish Government’s engagement approach, as part of the mid-point review of the Climate Change Public Engagement Strategy.
Submissions must be received by noon on Thursday 15 August 2024.
Evidence review on the potential role of alternatives to primary aggregates to deliver reductions in GHG emissions
ClimateXChange (CXC) wishes to commission an evidence review on the potential role of recycled aggregates and alternative materials in delivering reductions in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, and the role of taxation in promoting these reductions.
Submissions must be received by noon on Monday 19 August 2024.
Post-Doctoral research opportunities
ClimateXChange (CXC), Scotland’s centre of expertise on climate change, seeks to offer 6-month postdoctoral opportunities on four different topics.
Researchers will work directly with the Scottish Government with the aim of informing their policies.
CXC postdoctoral research opportunities enable researchers to build long-term relationships with policymakers and to develop communications and engagement expertise.
Submissions must be received by noon on Wednesday 21 August.
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