Ellý Katrín Scholarship
The goal of the Ellý Katrín Scholarship is to foster further studies in environmental and climate change issues, thereby expanding future knowledge in the field. The scholarship is awarded for work on a master's project.
To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be engaged in graduate-level studies related to environmental and/or climate change issues.
Objective
The scholarship aims to support and encourage further studies in environmental and/or climate change areas, thereby boosting future knowledge in the field.
Information
- The scholarship is intended for students specializing in studies related to environmental and/or climate change issues.
- The scholarship is awarded to support the completion of a master's thesis or project.
- Application deadline: April 30, 2025
- Award amounts: A maximum of 500 thousand ISK.
- Priority is given to projects concerning Reykjavík City or municipalities in general.
- The award will be announced on Ellý's birthday, September 15.
- Questions about the fund may be sent to Margrét Lára Baldursdóttir.
About Ellý Katrín
Ellý Katrín Guðmundsdóttir, a lawyer, served Reykjavík City for nearly 20 years, initially as Head of the Environmental Agency, then as Head of the Department of Environment and Transport, and finally as City Secretary.
Ellý Katrín was a pioneer in the field of environmental and climate change issues within the city. She led the integration of transportation and environmental issues and participated in international urban climate initiatives, leading projects that introduced new dimensions to the city's environmental efforts. As a result, Reykjavík City established its initial goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Numerous sustainable development projects were undertaken under Ellý's leadership, providing inspiration and a strong example for her colleagues.
Q&A about Ellý Katrín's Scholarship
All graduate students pursuing studies in environmental and/or climate change fields. The scholarship supports the completion of a master's thesis or project. Note that the thesis can be underway when applying, but should not be completed.
- Applications for the scholarship are submitted on Reykjavík City's My Pages.
- The application deadline is April 30, 2025.
All expenses directly related to the project, such as tuition or research costs, are eligible uses for the scholarship.
The applicant may request a specific amount, up to a maximum of 500 thousand ISK.
Typically, one scholarship is awarded, but the committee may divide the funds between two recipients if special circumstances warrant.