Volvo Environment Prize for Environmental Scientists 2024 (EUR 150,000 award)

Since the first award in 1990 the Volvo Environment Prize has become one of the scientific world’s most respected environmental prizes.Laureates represent all fields of environmental and sustainability studies and initiatives.

The Prize is awarded by an independent foundation. A Scientific Committee does the initial screening and evaluation of candidates. Internationally renowned scientists in the Prize Jury make the final selection of prize laureate.

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to environmental scientists. The span of disciplines and activities for which nominations can be made is wide and includes all disciplines which have relevance to the environment.
• The research of nominees should be based on scientific grounds but must clearly show impacts outside of the specific discipline.
• Self-nominations are not accepted

Benefits of Volvo Environment Prize Volvo Environment Prize

• 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 EUR 150,000 or USD 160,000). The award ceremony is held in Stockholm in November. each year.

How to Apply