The Kurita Water and Environment Foundation (KWEF) aims to support environmental improvement and conservation, with a focus on water-related research and technologies. Through its initiatives, KWEF seeks to advance scientific knowledge in the field of water environment and contribute to sustainable development in Asian countries.
The grant program targets scientists of Asian nationality conducting research within their own countries, emphasizing water-related Environmental Science and Technology. It aims to promote research on the water environment specific to the applicant's country. Supported research topics include water/wastewater treatment, water quality analysis, sustainability of water environment sanitation, water ecosystem conservation, agricultural water use, and industrial wastewater treatment. The grant covers the research period from October 1st, 2024, to September 30th, 2025, aiming to foster advancements in sustainable water management and environmental science in Asia.