The Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship is a fully funded program that brings journalists to NYU Stern’s Greenwich Village campus to learn from globally recognized experts in climate economics. This two-day in-person fellowship, scheduled for September 17-18, 2026, provides participants with fundamental knowledge and latest trends in climate economics and finance, helping journalists deepen their climate coverage.
NYU Stern School of Business, part of New York University, organizes this fellowship through its Climate Finance Initiative. The program is fully funded by NYU Stern with no corporate or advocacy-group sponsorship, offering journalists an opportunity to explore the interactions between climate change, financial markets, and the broader economy.
Benefits
- Meals
- Travel Cost to/from New York
- Accommodation
- No application fee
- Learn from globally recognized experts in climate economics
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all journalists (reporters, editors, freelancers)
- Interest in covering the interface between climate and the economy
- Applications welcome from journalists based outside the United States
- No prior training in economics required
Required Documents
- CV
- Cover Letter
- Examples of your work
- Passport
Fellowship Topics
The program covers topics on climate change, financial markets, finance, and the economy, providing a better understanding of and opportunities to learn from globally recognized experts in the emerging field of climate economics.
- How Climate Change is Roiling the Housing and Insurance Markets
- Climate Risks to Financial Stability
- How Climate Change is Altering Corporate Decision-Making
- The Economics of Climate Regulation + Carbon Markets
- Biodiversity Loss as an Emerging Economic Risk
- The Fast-Changing Economics of Renewable Energy and Electric Vehicles
- Emerging Regulatory and Legislative Trends in Climate Finance and Economics
How to Apply for Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship
- Confirm professional journalist, editor, or freelancer status with a focus on climate and economics.
- Update your CV or resume, highlighting relevant reporting experience.
- Draft a letter of motivation detailing interest in the fellowship.
- Prepare up to three work samples (PDFs or links).
- Complete the online application form with contact and location details.
- Upload all required documents to the application portal.
- Submit the completed application before the April 20, 2026, deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship. These answers cover program expectations, eligibility, costs, topics, and application details to help journalists understand this fully funded opportunity.
What can I expect from the Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship?
A two-day in-person series of academic and social events at NYU Stern’s Greenwich Village campus. The program is designed for journalists interested in better understanding the interactions between climate change, financial markets, and the broader economy. Taught by NYU faculty, the fellowship aims to provide participants with both the fundamental factors and latest trends in climate economics and finance.
Who can participate in the Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship?
Applications are open to and welcome from all journalists (both reporters and editors, and including freelancers) interested in covering the interface between climate and the economy. While aspects of the course have a focus on U.S. policies and institutions, we also welcome applications from journalists based outside the United States. NYU Stern will select the final group of Fellows based on the documents submitted by applicants including the letter of motivation.
When and where will the program take place?
The fellowship dates are September 17-18, 2026. The following week is Climate Week NYC, providing numerous coverage opportunities. The program’s activities will take place at NYU Stern’s Greenwich Village campus in New York City.
Will I have any costs to participate in the fellowship?
All the costs of operating the program including all meals will be borne by NYU Stern. In addition, Fellows admitted to the program who reside outside the New York Metro Area will receive a $2,000 stipend to cover travel and accommodation costs; those residing inside the New York Metro Area will receive a $1,000 stipend. Depending on your residency status, the fellowship payment may be subject to tax withholding.
Who is funding the Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship?
The Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship is fully funded by NYU Stern, and there is no corporate or advocacy-group sponsorship.
What topics will you cover?
The sessions cover the fundamental economics and latest trends in climate economics. Topics include: How Climate Change is Roiling the Housing and Insurance Markets, Climate Risks to Financial Stability, How Climate Change is Altering Corporate Decision Making, The Economics of Climate Regulation + Carbon Markets, Biodiversity Loss as an Emerging Economic Risk, The Fast-Changing Economics of Renewable Energy and Electric Vehicles, and Emerging Regulatory and Legislative Trends in Climate Finance and Economics.
Who will be teaching in the Climate Economics Journalism Fellowship?
Fellowship sessions are taught by faculty from across NYU who will be leading discussions closely related to their academic research. A list of fellowship faculty includes Johannes Stroebel (Director), Theresa Kuchler, Dan Fagin, Viral Acharya, Shan Ge, Bryce Rudyk, Dan Gode, and Derek Sylvan.
Who is organizing the fellowship?
The Fellowship is organized by the Climate Finance Initiative at NYU Stern, under the leadership of Professor Johannes Stroebel. The steering committee includes NYU Stern Professor Theresa Kuchler and Professor Dan Fagin from NYU’s Arthur L. Carter Journalism Institute.
Does the fellowship make me an NYU student?
No, this is not an NYU degree program, and participation will not make you an NYU student.
Who can I contact for more information?
You can contact us at [email protected].
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