Deadline: 30-Apr-25
The nomination process for the Nordic Council Environment Prize is open, allowing the general public to put forward names.
Theme
- Civil Society Engagement – An initiative to involve everybody in the green transition
- Without a widespread commitment to nature and environmental issues, achieving a sustainable future will be difficult. Every part of society has a role to play in addressing climate change, making the green transition a reality and taking the steps necessary to protect, manage and restore their ecosystems.
- Society can make rapid and significant progress when they all stand together and work towards a common goal. Time is of the essence for the environment, protecting nature and making the green transition happen, none of which is possible without an active and fully engaged civil society.
- Engagement takes many forms – from participation in local associations and organisations to individual initiatives that promote sustainability and environmental awareness. Behavioural change can make a big difference in moving toward a more sustainable future.
- Examples of “citizen science” involving ordinary people already abound, such as observing birds and butterflies and combating invasive species. These initiatives are important not only for data collection but also for raising awareness and encouraging widespread engagement.
Funding Information
- The nominees will be announced in June. The DKK 300,000 prize will be awarded at a ceremony in Stockholm during the Session of the Nordic Council Session in October.
Eligibility Criteria
- The prize is awarded to a Nordic company, organisation, or individual which has integrated consideration for the environment into its business or work in an exemplary manner, or which has made an extraordinarily positive contribution to the environment in some other way. The winner must have a Nordic perspective and operate in the Nordic Region as well as/or with parties outside the Region.
- The adjudication committee will also take into account the extent to which the initiative is inclusive and innovative and has the potential to inspire and scale up internationally.
For more information, visit The Nordic Council.