JRC Summer School 2026 on the evaluation of air, soil and water pollution

This training covers key topics related to the evaluation of air, soil and water quality. Participants will learn how to use JRC tools for emissions and impact assessment, become familiar with innovative methods to improve water quality and soil health, and gain insight into advanced measurement techniques.

The added value of this event lies in the opportunity to learn directly from JRC experts in air, soil and water quality, exchange knowledge and experience with peers from the Western Balkans region (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia) and expand scientific and professional networks.

The Summer School will take place in person over five days and will include lectures by JRC scientists and invited experts, practical applications and involvement in fieldwork. 

*This designation is without prejudice to positions on status and is in line with UN Security Council Resolution 1244 and the ICJ Opinion on the Kosovo Declaration of Independence. All references to Kosovo, shall be understood in full compliance with United Nation's Security Council Resolution 1244 and without prejudice to the status of Kosovo.

Participation and certificate

Participants are expected to attend the Summer School for its entire duration. Continuous participation is required in order to receive a certificate of attendance and to ensure the overall quality and sustainability of the event .

How to apply

The application process is open.

• Application deadline: 25 May 2026
• Required documents:
  • Motivation statement
  • Curriculum vitae 

Applications should be sent to: JRC-summerschool [dot] WB2026ec [dot] europa [dot] eu (JRC-summerschool[dot]WB2026[at]ec[dot]europa[dot]eu)

Selection criteria

Participants will be selected based on:

• The clarity of their motivation to attend
• The relevance of their CV

Applicants will be informed of the selection results by email by 30 June 2026 

Costs and logistics

Participation in the Summer School is free of charge. Participants are responsible for their travel and accommodation costs. The JRC will provide financial support for the first 10 ranked candidates on the selection list.

Participants are encouraged to consider the environmental impact of their travel and, where possible, to choose low-emission options. The JRC is committed to organising the Summer School in a green spirit, minimising food waste, single-use plastics and paper printing .