Award Categories & Eligibility

World Environment Council’s Environment Civilian Awards 2026

Recognizing Global Changemakers for a Sustainable Future

🏆 Award Categories & Eligibility

Award Category Description Eligible Sectors / Nominees Key Evaluation Criteria
1. Global Environmental Leader Award Honors individuals or organizations making transformative contributions to global environmental protection and policy. Governments, NGOs, Corporates, International Organizations Global impact, leadership, measurable environmental outcomes.
2. Climate Action Champion Award Recognizes exceptional leadership in combating climate change through innovation, mitigation, or adaptation projects. Recognizes exceptional leadership in combating climate change through innovation, mitigation, or adaptation projects. Emission reduction, resilience initiatives, climate adaptation success.
3. Sustainability Innovator Award For pioneering sustainable technologies, green products, or business practices driving circular economy transformation. Businesses, Startups, Corporates, MSMEs Innovation, scalability, measurable sustainability outcomes.
4. Eco-Guardian Award Acknowledges grassroots organizations or individuals protecting ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural habitats. NGOs, Community Leaders, Forest & Wildlife Agencies Biodiversity conservation, ecosystem restoration, community participation.
5. Clean Energy Pioneer Award Celebrates advancement in renewable energy adoption, clean technologies, and energy efficiency practices. Energy Companies, Startups, Government Agencies, Research Institutions Clean energy impact, innovation, carbon footprint reduction.
6. Green Education & Awareness Award Recognizes outstanding initiatives in environmental education, capacity building, and youth engagement. Schools, Universities, NGOs, Education Departments Awareness programs, curriculum innovation, impact reach.
7. Green Youth Icon Award Honors young changemakers (below 35 years) leading impactful environmental or sustainability projects. Students, Youth Leaders, Startups, Innovators Leadership, innovation, measurable social or environmental outcomes.
8. Public Policy Impact Award Rewards effective environmental governance, policy development, and implementation promoting sustainability. Government Departments, Policy Think-Tanks, Research Institutes Policy innovation, stakeholder engagement, measurable policy outcomes.
9. Sustainable Health & Environment Award For integrating sustainability and environmental responsibility within healthcare or public health initiatives. Hospitals, Health NGOs, Public Health Departments Green healthcare practices, waste management, climate-resilient health systems.
10. Corporate Environmental Excellence Award Honors corporations with exemplary ESG integration, reporting, and sustainability leadership. Corporates, PSUs, MSMEs ESG performance, transparency, social responsibility, and green innovation.

General Eligibility Criteria (Applicable to All Categories)

  • Open to individuals, NGOs, Corporates, Startups, Educational Institutions, and Government Entities.
  • Projects or initiatives must demonstrate measurable environmental or social impact.
  • Eligible work should be initiated or active between 2021–2025.
  • International entries are accepted with supporting documentation.
  • All nominations must include supporting evidence, such as reports, photographs, data, or media coverage.

Key Dates

  • Nominations Open: Now
  • Deadline for Submissions: December 10, 2025
  • Award Ceremony: January 24, 2026 At New Delhi

How to Nominate

Submit your nomination through the official WEC Nomination Portal:

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