Is your startup a champion of local, sustainable energy, then register for the 2019 Ashden International Awards.
About the Award:
10 winners from around the world will receive a prize fund and global recognition for their achievements in increasing access to sustainable energy, promoting sustainable travel and helping build a low-carbon future.
Eligibility:
In 2019, the Ashden International Awards will be awarding work from all developing countries that fit into the listed categories and also meets the key laid-down criteria. When completing your application, it is important to indicate the specific category/categories you feel are most relevant to your work. Your application will be considered in categories other than the ones you have indicated if they fit your work more closely.
- Sustainable Cities and Buildings: Organisations working in the built environment to rapidly decarbonize urban buildings and districts, including retrofitting existing buildings, as well as the design and construction of new buildings
- Sustainable Mobility: Innovative enterprises or programmes that are improving access to sustainable transport and mobility services for those who currently have inadequate access, and having a measurable impact on greenhouse gas emissions, air pollution or congestion
- Powering Business: We are looking for enterprises or programmes providing and/or using sustainable energy or energy efficiency in the provision of goods and services to produce income or value
- Clean Cooking: We are seeking organisations accelerating the uptake of cleaner and more efficient cooking solutions which reduce indoor air pollution, improve health and protect the environment
- Sustainable Energy & Healthcare: We are looking for organisations providing and/or using sustainable forms of energy to support the provision of healthcare services, including solutions for mobile, emergency and humanitarian contexts, cold-chain and other eco-system needs
- Cooling for People: We are looking for organisations that are delivering work that alleviates heat stress for those spending time outdoors in hot climates, whether for work or while travelling
- Financial or Business Model Innovation: We are looking for organisations or programmes improving access to energy through innovations in financial mechanisms and business models.
Benefits:
- Award of up to £20,000
- National and international media exposure
- Tailored support to develop your work even further
- Media materials to help you tell your story.
How to Apply:
You click here to apply.
Application Deadline:
November 6th, 2018.
