Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 – Full Details

The Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 is the 10th anniversary edition of the global research award organized by Allianz Re. The programme is designed to connect academic research with practical applications in climate risk management and insurance.

The award recognizes early-career researchers working on climate change, extreme weather risks, natural catastrophes, technological solutions, and resilience. For 2026, the programme has expanded into three award tracks covering global climate risk, climate impacts on trade, and climate-related research focused on Asia.

🌍 Award Tracks

The Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 includes three distinct tracks:

Global Award

This track focuses broadly on research related to:

• Physical climate risks.

• Natural catastrophes.

• Extreme weather events.

• Climate-related risk assessment.

• Technology and innovation for societal resilience.

Thematic Spotlight – Allianz Trade

This track focuses on research examining:

• Climate impacts on global trade.

• Trade credit insurance.

• Corporate supply chains.

• Climate-related risks affecting international business and trade.

Regional Spotlight – Asia

This track recognizes research with practical relevance to Asian countries and economies, particularly research addressing climate risks affecting highly exposed communities, industries, and economies in the region.

💰 Prizes and Benefits

Selected researchers can receive cash prizes, publication opportunities, and international networking benefits.

• Track Winner: The top winner of each award track receives €7,000.

• Other Finalists: Remaining top finalists can receive €3,000 each.

• Research Publication: A jury selects 10 top applicants whose research papers are published in the Allianz Climate Risk Award Compendium.

• International Networking: Shortlisted finalists receive an opportunity to present their research to senior insurance executives and climate experts.

• Travel Support: Eligible shortlisted finalists receive an all-expenses-paid trip associated with the award presentation and networking events.

🎓 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants for the Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 must meet the applicable early-career researcher requirements.

• Academic Status: Open to current PhD candidates in the final stages of their doctorate or postdoctoral researchers.

• Recent PhD Graduates: Researchers who defended their PhD within the previous two years may also be eligible.

• Fields of Study: Applications are welcome from disciplines including:

  • Natural Sciences

  • Engineering

  • Economic Sciences

  • Social Sciences

• Research Focus: The proposed research should be relevant to climate change, climate risk, extreme weather, natural catastrophes, resilience, technological solutions, climate impacts on trade, or related topics depending on the selected award track.

Applicants should ensure that their research aligns with the focus of the specific track they choose.

📂 Documents Required

Applicants should prepare the following documents for submission:

Research Essay

• A non-technical essay of up to 800 words.

• The essay should explain the research concept, methodology, and key findings in a clear and accessible manner.

Curriculum Vitae

• Updated academic/professional CV highlighting research experience, qualifications, publications, and relevant achievements.

Recommendation Letter

• Academic letter of recommendation from an appropriate referee.

Application Forms

• Completed and signed official Allianz Climate Risk Award application forms.

• Any other supporting documentation specified in the application materials.

Applicants should ensure that the submitted documents are complete and follow the required format.

💻 How to Apply

Applications for the Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 are submitted directly by email.

1. Prepare your research submission and identify the award track that best matches your work.

2. Write a non-technical essay of no more than 800 words explaining your research concept, methodology, and findings.

3. Prepare your updated academic CV.

4. Obtain the required academic recommendation letter.

5. Complete and sign the official application forms.

6. Combine the required application materials into the prescribed submission format.

7. Send the complete application to:

climaterisk-award@allianz.com

8. Ensure that the application reaches the organizers before the submission deadline.

9. Keep a copy of the submitted email and all attachments for your records.

🗓️ Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 31 August 2026

• Finalist Announcement: Late September 2026

• Regional Asia Spotlight Event: 26 October 2026, Singapore

• Global Final Ceremony: 3 December 2026, Munich

Applicants should submit their complete applications before the 31 August 2026 deadline.

🔍 Selection Process

Applications are evaluated by an expert jury based on the quality and practical relevance of the research.

The assessment may consider:

1. Innovation – originality of the research, technologies, methodologies, or risk-assessment approaches.

2. Applicability – potential to produce practical solutions for climate risk management.

3. Academic Excellence – quality, rigor, and strength of the underlying research.

4. Societal Impact – potential contribution to resilience, communities, businesses, or broader society.

5. Track Relevance – alignment with the selected Global, Allianz Trade, or Asia Spotlight track.

Following the initial assessment, selected researchers are shortlisted for the finalist stage. Finalists have the opportunity to present their work and engage with climate and insurance experts.

📌 Important Points to Remember

• The Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 celebrates the 10th anniversary of the programme.

• The award is organized by Allianz Re.

• There are three tracks in 2026: Global Award, Allianz Trade Thematic Spotlight, and Regional Spotlight – Asia.

• Each track winner receives €7,000.

• Other top finalists can receive €3,000 each.

• A total of 10 top applicants may have their research published in the Allianz Climate Risk Award Compendium.

• Shortlisted finalists can receive international travel and networking support.

• Eligible applicants include final-stage PhD candidates, postdoctoral researchers, and recent PhD graduates within the applicable two-year window.

• Relevant disciplines include natural sciences, engineering, economic sciences, and social sciences.

• The research should have a clear connection to climate risk and the focus of the selected track.

• The main research essay must be non-technical and no longer than 800 words.

• Keep your updated CV and academic recommendation letter ready.

• Complete and sign the required official application forms.

• Applications must be submitted by email to climaterisk-award@allianz.com.

• The application deadline is 31 August 2026.

• Asia Spotlight activities are scheduled for 26 October 2026 in Singapore.

• The global final ceremony is scheduled for 3 December 2026 in Munich.

🔗 Official Award Information

Researchers can find the award information and application instructions through the official Allianz website:

Allianz Climate Risk Award – Official Website

The Allianz Climate Risk Award 2026 provides early-career climate researchers with an opportunity to gain international recognition, financial awards, publication exposure, and direct interaction with experts from the insurance and climate-risk sectors. Eligible PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers should prepare their non-technical research essay, CV, recommendation letter, and signed application materials and submit them before the 31 August 2026 deadline.