Princeton Winter School 2027 in Behavioral Science for Climate Action
Applications are open for an intensive five-day, fully subsidized programme at Princeton University exploring how behavioral science can accelerate climate action. The winter school takes place from January 19–23, 2027.
Overview
The Princeton Winter School in Behavioral Science for Climate Action is an intensive five-day, in-person programme designed for researchers, policymakers, advocates, organizational leaders, and practitioners. Hosted at Princeton University, the programme addresses the gap between behavioral theory and real-world impact by combining expert lectures with collaborative intervention design.
Participants move through structured Behavioral Challenge Labs to diagnose climate-related barriers and develop practical interventions that account for individual, social, and institutional factors.
Benefits
- Fully subsidized tuition, registration, and programme materials for accepted participants ($0 registration fee).
- Daily breakfast and lunch provided at Princeton’s Prospect House, alongside scheduled banquet and forum meals.
- Limited needs-based travel stipends and campus lodging support available for qualifying students.
- Opportunities for continued collaboration and co-authoring perspective articles after the programme concludes.
Eligibility
The programme welcomes applicants from a wide variety of research and professional backgrounds, including:
- Early-career researchers, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and advanced master’s students in relevant fields.
- Government and policy professionals seeking to incorporate behavioral evidence into climate policy.
- Advocacy professionals and change-makers focused on public engagement, communications, and mobilization.
- Industry professionals in private-sector sustainability, ESG, and climate strategy.
- Organizational leaders interested in influencing workplace behavior and institutional practices.
How to Apply
Candidates must submit their applications through the official Princeton-linked Qualtrics form found on the programme website. Applicants should be prepared to outline their professional or academic background, explain their involvement in climate action, and present a real-world climate challenge from their work or community for the Behavioral Challenge Labs. Those seeking travel or accommodation support must complete the needs-based funding portion within the main application form.
Deadline
The application deadline is November 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST.