Sheikh Hamid bin Rashid International Sustainability Award

Through the award, we seek to provide a global platform for the exchange of ideas and experiences regarding environmental protection and the promotion of sustainable development.

The Sheikh Hamid bin Rashid International Sustainability Award is a contemporary initiative launched during the fifth Ajman International Environment Conference in March 2018, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamid bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Ajman. The award aims to honor and encourage contributions related to sustainability, including research and individuals making notable contributions in the field. Additionally, it recognizes institutions that establish and implement sustainable principles, becoming exemplary models for other organizations.

Encouraging Applied Research in the Field of Sustainability.
Encouraging educational institutions and individuals to innovate and create in the fields of sustainability and green technology.
Honoring individuals who contribute to environmental protection, natural resource conservation, innovation in green technology, and the implementation of sustainability concepts.
Disseminating environmental awareness and a culture of sustainable development through engagement and knowledge-sharing.
Encouraging institutions and establishments to adopt the best green practices aimed at preserving the environment, natural resources, and achieving the concept of sustainable development.
Involving individuals and institutions in monitoring and implementing sustainable projects.
The Award Categories and Monetary Value

Best Research Award

Monetary Value

First Prize:

30,000 AED + Trophy Award

Second Prize:

20,000 AED + Trophy Award

Third Prize:

10,000 AED + Trophy Award

The Specific Conditions for Application

The research should encompass any of the journals related to integrated natural resource management and urban environmental pollution control. It should also involve the application of the concept of sustainable development socially, economically, and environmentally, as well as innovation in the field of green technology to serve communities.
The research should be practical with a clear impact in supporting sustainable urban development and preserving public health and the environment.
It should include solutions and alternatives for the optimal use of natural resources and the utilization of human activities' waste by achieving concepts of conservation, recycling, and reuse in urban areas.
Priority is given to submitted research that has been published in scientific journals.
The research should not have received any other awards.
The research should have applications that are suitable for the regional environment of the Arab region and the climate nature of the Middle East.
The extent of benefit from the research results and their applicability.
The research must be in the English language.
The electronic registration form must be filled out on the award's website.

The Required Documents

The researcher's or research team's curriculum vitae (CV).
An abstract of the research in English.
Acceptance certificate from the scientific journal in which the research is published, if the research is published in a journal.

Best Personality Award

Monetary Value

First Prize:

Trophy Award

The Specific Conditions for Application

To have made an effective contribution in supporting and developing business, activities, and projects related to promoting the concept of sustainability, environmental protection, conservation of natural resources, their development, and innovation and creativity in green technology.
To have contributions in international forums related to sustainability.
To have previously worked in the fields of management, planning, and monitoring in entities related to environmental protection and sustainable development of natural resources.

The Required Documents

Passport Photo
The candidate's curriculum vitae accompanied by academic certificates, contributions, and experiences in the field of the award.
Candidate's Achievements

Best Governmental/Private Institution Award

Monetary Value

First Prize:

20,000 AED + Trophy Award

Second Prize:

15,000 AED + Trophy Award

Third Prize:

10,000 AED + Trophy Award

The Specific Conditions for Application

To be registered within the United Arab Emirates.
To have contributed to environmental protection, conservation of natural resources, and achieving sustainable development through various practices.
The institution's adoption of environmental management and sustainability systems.
The institution's contribution to applied research, innovations, and creativity in the fields of public health protection, environment, conservation of natural resources, achieving sustainable development, and technology through various practices.
One of the institution's primary goals is to preserve the environment and achieve sustainability, along with promoting the concept of green industry.
The institution contributes to finding creative solutions for environmental problems to achieve sustainability.
The institution's sponsorship of environmental activities and contribution to spreading environmental awareness.
The institution's contribution to reducing pollution and improving the surrounding environment.

The Required Documents

Comprehensive information about the institution, supported by documents and records.
A summary outlining the distinctive features of the institution in aspects relevant to the award.
The projects and initiatives undertaken by the institution in the award-related fields.

Best Poster Award

Monetary Value

First Prize:

5,000 AED + Trophy Award

The Specific Conditions for Application

The poster concept must be formulated in a clear manner related to the environment and sustainable urban development.
Priority is given to posters that are based on the real-world application of tangible projects.
The poster concept should be applicable to the local environmental conditions of the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East.
The research project manuscript can be written in either Arabic or English.

The Required Documents

Comprehensive information about the institution, supported by documents and records.
A summary outlining the distinctive features of the institution in aspects relevant to the award.
The projects and initiatives undertaken by the institution in the award-related fields.