Applications Invited for Volvo Environment Prize 2025

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About the Organization

The Volvo Environment Prize is awarded by an Independent Foundation hosted at the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics, an international research institute for global sustainability in Stockholm, Sweden.

The Volvo Group, a leading manufacturer of vehicles and heavy-duty machines, finances the Foundation’s work. The Group is committed to sustainable processes in its entire value chain. Environmental concern and sustainability have been part of Volvo Group’s core values since the 1980s, and it collaborates with partners to constantly raise awareness through research and innovation.

About the Prize

Since the first award in 1990 the Volvo Environment Prize has become one of the scientific world’s most respected environmental prizes.

The Volvo Environment Prize aims to recognize and support outstanding scientific achievements that contribute significantly to environmental stewardship and sustainability.

The Prize is awarded annually and consists of a hand-crafted diploma, a glass sculpture, and a cash award of SEK 1.5 million (approximately Euro 135,000 or USD 142,000). The award ceremony is held in Stockholm or Gothenburg, Sweden, in the fall of each year.

Criteria:

The two most important criteria are scientific excellence and contributions to decision-making and policy. The candidate must have an outstanding research and publication record, and special attention is paid to the scientist’s impact.

How to Apply

Nominations for the 2025 award are accepted and must be submitted by January 20th, 2025.

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