Are you working on a project that makes a real impact in sustainability? The prestigious Zayed Sustainability Prize is now accepting applications for its 2026 cycle — and it could be your turn to join a legacy of global changemakers.

What Is the Zayed Sustainability Prize?

Launched in 2008, the Zayed Sustainability Prize honors innovative and impactful solutions in five key areas:

✅ Health

✅ Food

✅ Energy

✅ Water

✅ Climate Action

Plus, there’s a special Global High Schools category to support youth-driven sustainability initiatives.

Why Should You Apply?

🌐 Over 400 million lives impacted by 128 winning projects

💧 11.4 million people now have access to clean drinking water

🍽️ 17 million people gained access to nutritious food

⚡ 1.39 billion tonnes of CO₂ reduced globally

Whether you're a non-profit, SME, or high school group — if your work drives sustainable development, this is your stage.

📅 Key Dates to Remember

Submissions Open: February 2025

Deadline: June 2025

Finalists Announced: October 2025

Winners Revealed: January 2026

💡 Apply Now