SDG Champions Programme 2025: Call for Expressions of Interest

Posted on 19 Jun 2025

The Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment is now seeking Expressions of Interest for participants in the 2025-2026 SDG Champions Programme. The SDG Champions Programme is a non-funded programme. 

Under the Programme, the Minister for Climate, Energy and the Environment, will appoint several organisations as SDG Champions for a period of 18 months, from September 2025. Applications are sought from all organisations and groups, big and small, who would like to act as an advocate for the SDGs and a good practice example of how to promote and progress the SDGs. Applications will be accepted from organisations/groups based in the Republic of Ireland. This can include cross-border, multi-national organisations with Irish operations.  

Applications must be submitted in written or video format (no more than 600 words or no longer than a 4-minute video). 

Get more details and guidance on how to apply. Please find the Expressions of Interest document below for full details:

Applications should be sent to SDGs@dcee.gov.ie. Please include your preferred contact details. 

All Expressions of Interest must be received by 5pm, Wednesday 30 July, 2025