In celebration of excellence in sustainability
the Humaid bin Rashid International Sustainability Award stands as a leading platform for honoring outstanding efforts in environmental protection and the promotion of sustainable development. The award ceremony attracts distinguished decision-makers, experts, and innovators in the fields of environment and innovation from within the UAE and around the world. It highlights projects and research that have made a real difference in their communities, recognizing and honoring their creators for their contributions and for inspiring a more sustainable future.
The winners of the first edition
Category for
Honoring Environmental Figures with an Impact in Environmental Protection
H.E. Dawoud Al Hajri
Director General of Dubai Municipality
Category for
Best Research Award on Sustainable Cities
First Place
Dr. Mohamed El-Issawy
From Tanta University, Arab Republic of Egypt
The project presents an innovative technique for recycling fat-free algal waste to produce biofuel.
Second Place
Dr. Mona Salama & Ahmed Moheb Ouda
From Ajman University
The project involves the design of a school that innovatively applies sustainability standards and requirements in a practical, implementable manner.
Third Place
Zamzam Salem Ali Al Rashdi & Anitha Kumari Saji
From the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi
The project contributes to creating a comprehensive inventory of endangered vertebrate and invertebrate species in Abu Dhabi to help preserve biodiversity.
Category for
Best Institution Adopting Best Practices for Environmental Protection
First Place
Al Ain City Municipality
For its contributions in implementing internationally recognized standards for recycling construction waste and using environmentally friendly products.
Second Place
Dubai Municipality
Awarded for implementing green building standards in the Dubai Miracle Garden and Al Barsha Park through generating energy from solar panels, conserving water, and recycling waste.
Third Place
Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority
For its “Hour of Conservation” initiative, which helps reduce carbon emissions from power generation.