Applications are now open for the RELX Environmental Challenge 2025, a global competition that supports innovative projects tackling critical environmental issues. The challenge invites individuals, organisations, and communities working to advance sustainability and environmental protection to submit their solutions.
Focus Areas
The competition seeks projects that:
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Conserve and protect natural resources such as water, air, and land.
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Promote sustainable development, including renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and eco-friendly infrastructure.
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Reduce greenhouse gas emissions, support climate-resilient infrastructure, and foster climate adaptation strategies.
Benefits
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First Prize: $50,000
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Second Prize: $25,000
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One-year free access to ScienceDirect, RELX’s scientific database featuring nearly 250,000 articles since 2000 in environmental sciences.
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Global recognition for winners and finalists, boosting awareness of their initiatives.
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Networking opportunities with fellow innovators, environmental experts, and impact-driven organisations.
Eligibility
The challenge is open to:
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Individuals, organisations, and communities worldwide.
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Projects that are innovative, impactful, scalable, and sustainable.
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Initiatives that demonstrate:
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Replicability and practicality
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Equity of access and non-discrimination
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Stakeholder involvement and community impact
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How to Apply
Submit your application via the official RELX Environmental Challenge portal.
A panel of judges will evaluate entries based on innovation, impact, and sustainability. Finalists and winners will be notified and publicly recognised.
The RELX Environmental Challenge 2025 is a global competition aimed at supporting innovative projects addressing key environmental issues. Open to individuals, organizations, and communities, the challenge seeks solutions that conserve natural resources, promote sustainable development, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The focus is on projects that prioritize renewable energy, eco-friendly infrastructure, and climate adaptation strategies.
Prizes include $50,000 for the first place, $25,000 for the second, and a year of free access to ScienceDirect, RELX's scientific database. Winners also gain global recognition and networking opportunities. Eligibility extends to worldwide participants with projects demonstrating innovation, scalability, sustainability, and strong community impact.
Applications are to be submitted via the official RELX portal, where entries will be evaluated on their innovation and impact by a panel of judges. Finalists and winners will be publicly recognized.
