Volvo Environment Prize 2026
🏢 About Volvo Group
The Volvo Environment Prize is an internationally prestigious award celebrating outstanding contributions to environmental science, sustainability, and policy development. Hosted at the Beijer Institute of Ecological Economics, the prize highlights research that combines scientific rigor with practical impact on decision-making, societal behavior, and global sustainability.
Scope of the Prize:
The prize encompasses all disciplines relevant to environmental advancement, including:
- Biology and ecology
- Economics
- Urban development
- Energy
- Poverty reduction initiatives
🎁 Benefits of the Volvo Environment Prize
The prize is awarded annually and includes:
- A hand-crafted diploma
- A glass sculpture
- A cash award of SEK 1.5 million (approximately €135,000 or $142,000)
- The award ceremony is held in Stockholm or Gothenburg, Sweden, in the fall of each year.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Volvo Environment Prize, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Scientific excellence and contributions to decision-making and policy are the two most important criteria.
- The candidate must have an outstanding research and publication record.
- Special attention is paid to the scientist’s impact on society and global sustainability.
📅 Application Date and Process
- Interested applicants can apply by visiting the application website.
- Application Deadline: 20 January, 2027
🌐 Application Portal
To view more details or apply, visit the official Volvo Environment Prize portal:
This opportunity is a remarkable chance to recognize and reward individuals making significant contributions to environmental science and sustainability.
- The Prize 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.
