Deadline: 22-Sep-21
Nominations are now open for the Tyler Prize 2021, one of the first international premier awards for environmental science, environmental health, and energy.
The Prize is awarded for achievements in environmental science, policy, energy and health conferring great benefit upon humanity. The prize is endowed by gifts from the John and Alice Tyler Charitable Trusts. The University of Southern California is administrator of the Tyler Prize.
The goal was to create an international award that would recognize those working to preserve and enhance their world, and inspire others to understand the importance of the environment.
Recipients encompass the spectrum of environmental concerns, including environmental policy, health, air and water pollution, ecosystem disruption and loss of biodiversity, and energy resources.
Prize Information
- The Annual Award is $200,000.
- Joint winners share the cash prize.
Submission Criteria
- Submission must be sent electronically at the address given on the website. Please submit all materials in the English language.
- Please provide all of the following:
- Full names, addresses etc. of Nominee (individual or institution) and Nominator
- A one to two-page summary of the individual’s or institution’s accomplishments, discovery, improvement, or other contribution for which the award is proposed, including links to appropriate websites.
- A list of 3 to 5 individuals or organizations that would be willing to write supporting letters should the nominee advance to the short list.
- In the case of a nomination for an individual, Curriculum Vitae must be attached, with links to appropriate publications, reports and websites featuring the unique contribution(s) to the field for which the nomination is being made.
For more information, visit https://tylerprize.org/nominate/nomination-procedure/