The Earth Prize is a global student competition for projects that address environmental issues. Seven regional winners from Oceania, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, North America, and Central and South America will each receive $12,500 and 1 on 1 mentoring with Earth Prize Mentors. Three Mentors, as voted on by participants, and Three Educators of the Year will each receive $2,500.
Registration is open through November 30, 2024 and idea submissions are due by January 31, 2025. Students, teachers, and team leaders must register separately. Teachers and team leaders will create teams through the platform.
Eligibility
This competition is open to students aged 13-19 from anywhere in the world. Students may enter individually or as a team of up to 5 members.
Adult Supervisors and Team Leaders must be teachers or school administrators, unless the students are homeschooled.
Mentors must be enrolled at an institution of higher education.
Timeline
Registration: September 1 – November 30, 2024
After registering, participants will have access to online mentoring and resources to help them put together their application.
Earth Prize Scholars: February 14 – 28, 2025
All submissions that receive an outstanding score based on the evaluation criteria will be recognized as Earth Prize Scholars. Final submissions, including a Pitch Video, from Scholars will be due February 28th.
Regional Winners: March 14 – April 7, 2025
Seven Regional Winners will be chosen to participate in a second round of mentoring and present their project to the Adjudicating Panel with a Live Q & A session. The winners will also be announced on the Earth Prize website and social media.
Public Voting: April 7 – 22, 2025
Public voting will be held to determine the Global Winner, which will be announced during the Earth Prize Awards Ceremony on April 22nd. Three Mentors of the Year and Three Educators of the Year will also be announced.
