NYCC Green Skills Lab 2026 by National Youth Climate Consortium [12-Week Virtual Programme; Certificate]: Apply by July 26

The National Youth Climate Consortium (NYCC), an initiative of the Bring Back Green Foundation, has opened applications for the NYCC Green Skills Lab 2026, a 12-week virtual learning programme designed to equip young people with practical green skills, climate leadership, and community engagement experience.

Designed for youth aged 18–35 years, the programme combines expert-led online learning with opportunities for hands-on field exposure through the Green Skills Lab Plus initiative.

Applications are open until 26 July 2026 (5:00 PM).

About the Organiser

The National Youth Climate Consortium (NYCC) is an initiative of the Bring Back Green Foundation that works to empower young people with knowledge, leadership skills, and practical opportunities to address environmental and climate challenges.

Through programmes such as the Green Skills Lab, NYCC supports youth in building solutions for sustainable communities, green livelihoods, and environmental action.

About the Green Skills Lab

The NYCC Green Skills Lab is a structured 12-week virtual capacity-building programme that transforms environmental interest into practical knowledge and community leadership.

The curriculum has been developed around the socio-economic realities faced by young people and focuses on building practical skills in:

Community governance
Green leadership
Eco-entrepreneurship
Environmental problem-solving
Sustainable community development

Participants will learn from experienced environmental practitioners while connecting with youth from across the country.

Programme Highlights

Organiser: National Youth Climate Consortium (NYCC)
Initiative of: Bring Back Green Foundation
Mode: Virtual
Duration: 12 Weeks
Programme Period: August–October 2026
Weekly Commitment: 3–4 hours
Certificate: Yes (upon successful completion)

Green Skills Lab Plus

In addition to the online learning programme, participants will also have access to Green Skills Lab Plus.

This extended component offers selected participants opportunities to attend on-ground workshops at select locations, providing practical field-based learning and hands-on environmental experience.

What Will You Learn?

The programme focuses on developing practical knowledge in:

Climate leadership
Community governance
Green entrepreneurship
Sustainable development
Environmental action
Community engagement
Practical green skills

The sessions are designed to help participants apply their learning within their own communities.

Learning Format

The programme combines flexible online learning with live interaction.

Participants will receive:

Live virtual learning sessions
Recorded sessions for flexible learning
Self-paced access to learning materials
Opportunities to interact with experts and fellow participants

The recorded sessions also support participants with limited internet connectivity.

Benefits

Participants will have the opportunity to:

Earn an official Certificate upon successful completion.
Learn directly from environmental experts and practitioners.
Build practical green skills for community action.
Join a nationwide network of young climate leaders.
Access Green Skills Lab Plus for field-based learning opportunities.
Strengthen leadership and eco-entrepreneurship skills.

Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be 18–35 years old.
Be interested in climate action or environmental sustainability.
Be willing to commit approximately 3–4 hours per week for 12 weeks.

No prior technical or professional experience is required.

The programme welcomes:

Students
Young professionals
Volunteers
Climate activists
Community leaders
Aspiring eco-entrepreneurs
Anyone passionate about environmental action

Important Dates

Application Deadline: 26 July 2026 (5:00 PM)
Programme Begins: First Week of August 2026
Programme Duration: August–October 2026

How to Apply

Open the official application form.
Complete the online application.
Submit the required details before the deadline.
Wait for further communication from the organisers regarding selection and programme onboarding.

Apply Here

Application Form:
https://forms.gle/1qj1EtoQ5rVWRq6v9

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the programme free?

The organisers have invited applications but have not mentioned any programme fee in the announcement.

Who can apply?

Young people aged 18–35 years who are passionate about environmental action.

Do I need prior experience?

No. Previous technical knowledge is not required. The programme welcomes beginners as well as participants already involved in environmental initiatives.

Is the programme fully online?

The core programme is conducted virtually. Selected participants may also access Green Skills Lab Plus, which includes optional on-ground workshops at select locations.