The Fridtjof Nansen Institute is an internationally recognised research institute within energy, environmental and resource management. The institute’s overall objective is to understand the underlying drivers and barriers in international environmental and resource politics, and to offer solid, research-based contributions to political solutions in these fields.

There are two listings below which cover similar projects. The deadline for applications is 18 June 2026.

PhD Research Fellowship in ToppForsk project FEASIBILITY

PhD Research Fellowship in Digitalisation and Decarbonisation

Rapid low-carbon electrification of energy systems requires twin transitions of decarbonisation and digitalisation. Decarbonisation involves reducing or eliminating CO₂ emissions by shifting from fossil fuels to renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and adopting sustainable practices across electricity, transport, and industry. Digitalisation refers to integrating digital technologies into systems and processes. The project will work with key case studies in the national contexts of Norway, Germany, Portugal, and the United Kingdom.