In line with our mission to foster collaboration across a broad range of disciplines related to environmental data science, the Environmental Data Science Innovation & Impact Lab is now accepting applications for working groups. These groups will play a pivotal role in promoting the integrative approach ESIIL champions, pooling knowledge and expertise from various disciplines to tackle environmental issues with a data-driven perspective. Please click here to read our Request for Proposals (RFP).

What are working groups?

Working groups are self-organized research teams focused on well-defined scientific questions that advance environmental data science and require insights from a broad group of researchers and other stakeholders. A single working group may have up to 15 participants and a quorum (50% or more) shall meet in person up to 2 times over a 2 year period, with each meeting lasting between 3 and 5 days.

Want to learn more?

ESIIL will be hosting information sessions, a networking event, and office hours this fall to answer your questions and connect you with others interested in tackling scientific questions that advance environmental data science. 

Important Dates

Proposals must be submitted in PDF format to esiil@colorado.edu by November 21, 2025.

Funding decisions will be announced by early February 2025, with anticipated start dates of Working Groups in Summer or Fall 2025.

Questions? Email esiil@colorado.edu.

We look forward to receiving your proposals and working with you to advance environmental data science.