Program Overview
Through the generous support of Buddy Davidson, the Institute for Environmental Studies is pleased to announce the Buddy Davidson Sustainability Research Fund program. This new funding opportunity supports sustainability-focused projects within Texas, advancing our understanding of sustainable practices, environmental conservation, and ecological solutions that benefit Texas communities and ecosystems. The Buddy Davidson Sustainability Research Fund reflects the donor’s commitment to fostering innovative research that addresses important sustainability challenges facing Texas today.
The fund will support 10-15 projects annually, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $1,500. Project duration is up to 12 months from the award date. Single-discipline and interdisciplinary proposals are welcome and will be evaluated using the same funding criteria.
The lead researcher must be a TCU faculty member. Research collaborators may be from other institutions but cannot serve as the project lead. Both single-discipline and interdisciplinary proposals are welcome.
All research must be conducted within Texas and align with sustainability themes. Priority research areas include renewable energy solutions, water conservation and management, sustainable agriculture and food systems, urban sustainability and smart cities, biodiversity conservation, climate change adaptation, waste reduction and circular economy, and environmental justice and community resilience.
For further information including submission requirements, please email the program coordinator Dr. Brendan Lavy at b.lavy@tcu.edu.
