D-CAL’s Research

D-CAL is a nonprofit, interdisciplinary hub championing innovative research and advocacy on environmental change. By fostering collaboration among academics, researchers, and policymakers, D-CAL aims to drive actionable solutions on a global scale. All findings and resources are made freely available to promote informed decision-making and effective policy development.

Call for Proposals

D-CAL seeks action-focused research proposals in the following priority areas:

Organizational Sustainability

We support research aimed at enhancing sustainability within organizational structures. Proposals should explore ways to integrate environmental responsibility into leadership practices, strategic planning, and performance management frameworks.

Ecological Education & Capacity Building

We emphasize the importance of integrating sustainability into education and community outreach. This includes creating training programs and learning materials for schools, universities, and civic bodies, focused on biodiversity, conservation, and long-term ecological health.

Social Innovation & Green Entrepreneurship

D-CAL promotes research that harnesses social innovation to tackle environmental degradation. Projects should investigate localized, entrepreneurial responses to global challenges such as pollution, habitat loss, and climate disruption.

Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation

We advocate for interdisciplinary research that aligns climate mitigation and adaptation strategies with economic and public health goals. We welcome projects analyzing policies that address climate risks while supporting sustainable development.

Environmental Displacement & Migration

With climate change driving population shifts, we invite research examining the causes, consequences, and policy responses to environmental displacement—particularly among marginalized or vulnerable groups.

Support for Researchers

D-CAL provides mentorship and financial assistance to students and scholars developing community relevant research.

Submission Guidelines

Proposal Length: 3–5 pages
Content: Must include aim, methodology, literature review, relevance, and intended outcomes
Final Report: 10–15 pages
Review Process: Initial reports may receive feedback for revisions before final acceptance
Funding: Disbursed upon approval of the proposal

Submit your proposals or queries to: dcal@dypatil.edu

Aim and scope

Research methodology

Existing Literature

Contemporary Relevance

Final research reports

must be of 10-15 pages of length, and submitted by the stated deadline. Funding will be provided as soon as proposals are approved by D-CAL. Initially submitted reports may be returned to the authors with comments and requests for edits as required, and will be considered completed after the second review.