Nominations are now open for the Volvo Environment Prize, a global award recognising groundbreaking scientific achievements in the environmental field.
The prize honours outstanding innovations and discoveries that advance environmental science and contribute to global sustainability.
Prize Benefits
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A cash award of SEK 1.5 million (approximately EUR 135,000 or USD 142,000).
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A handcrafted diploma and glass sculpture.
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Global recognition for excellence in environmental research.
Eligibility Criteria
Nominees must:
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Be outstanding biologists or environmental scientists
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Demonstrate scientific excellence and impact on policy and decision-making
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Have an exceptional research and publication record with clear relevance to environmental sustainability
Nomination Requirements
Nominations must include:
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A short letter of motivation
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A detailed description of the nominee’s research and its contribution to environmental knowledge
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The nominee’s CV and list of published papers
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Three letters of reference (not written by the nominator)
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All materials must be submitted in English
Additional Guidelines:
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Group nominations (maximum of 3 individuals) must be submitted separately for each person, with a clear explanation that the nomination is for a shared prize
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Self-nominations are not accepted
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Nominations remain valid for three years
How to Nominate
Visit the official website to submit nominations and learn more about the process.
Nominations are now open for the Volvo Environment Prize, which recognizes groundbreaking scientific achievements in environmental research. The prize honors innovations and discoveries that advance environmental science and contribute to global sustainability. Benefits include a cash award of SEK 1.5 million, a handcrafted diploma and glass sculpture, and global recognition for excellence in this field.
Eligible nominees must be outstanding biologists or environmental scientists, demonstrate scientific excellence with an impact on policy and decision-making, and possess an exceptional research and publication record related to environmental sustainability. Nomination submissions require a short letter of motivation, a detailed description of the nominee’s research contributions, the nominee’s CV and list of published papers, and three letters of reference in English.
Additional guidelines specify that group nominations must be submitted separately for each individual and self-nominations are not permitted. Nominations are valid for three years. For further details and to submit nominations, visit the official Volvo Environment Prize website.
