The Zayed Sustainability Prize has officially launched its global call for submissions for the 2027 cycle, marking its 18th year of empowering innovators.
This prestigious award seeks to recognise those developing solutions that address the world’s most pressing environmental and social challenges.
Funding and benefits
Applicants this year are competing for a share of an increased prize fund totaling US $7.2 million.
This financial support is specifically designed to help winners scale their transformative solutions and deepen their impact on a global level.
Beyond the funding, winners join a prestigious network of 128 past recipients who have collectively improved the lives of over 400 million people.
The Prize amplifies the work of change makers, offering them a global platform to showcase their sustainability milestones.
Application requirements and eligibility
The Prize is open to small and medium enterprises, nonprofit organizations, and high schools from around the world.
It targets entities that can demonstrate a clear, positive impact on communities through sustainable practices.
Successful applicants must offer innovative and scalable solutions that address critical needs.
The Prize specifically looks for projects that have already begun transforming lives and can be expanded to reach even more people.
Submissions are welcome across six distinct categories: Health, Food, Energy, Water, Climate Action, and Global High Schools.
Each category is designed to highlight breakthroughs in nature resilience and public health.
Deadline
The submission window for the current cycle is now open as of January 2026.
Prospective applicants are encouraged to start their submissions early to ensure all requirements are met through the official online portal.
All entries must be finalized and submitted by June 2026.
Following a rigorous review process, finalists will be announced in September 2026, leading up to the grand Awards Ceremony scheduled for January 2027.
To apply, visit Zayed Sustainability Prize call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more.
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