The Medal is awarded to individuals in Abu Dhabi who have a positive impact on the environment and to those who have achieved excellence in the field of environmental work
General Eligibility:
- The applicant must be a resident working in the UAE
- The applicant must have a proven record of tangible environmental achievements or contributions over the past 3 years
- Tangible contributions must be made toward protecting, regenerating, or restoring the environment
Eligibility Criteria for The Award Categories:
1. Environmental Changemaker Medal:
- Demonstrated efforts in environmental sustainability within corporate, educational, volunteer, or advocacy roles
- Consistent dedication to environmental sustainability efforts across various role
- Must be clearly associated with at least one implemented environmental initiative in the UAE
2. Environmental Creativity Pioneer Medal:
- Must have organised or created at least one impactful campaign, art, exhibition, music using creativity and media to address environmental challenges in the last 2 years
- Demonstrated success in raising awareness about environmental issues through creative means
3. Environmental Youth Advocate Medal (up to 25 years)
- Contributions should demonstrate innovation and practical application in addressing environmental challenges or promoting sustainability
- Evidence of participation in projects, campaigns, or initiatives with measurable outcomes is required.
4. Optimal Natural Resource User Medal:
- The applicant must have relevant permits or licenses (e.g., fishing license, falconry license
Applications open in March 2025