Qatar Environment Ministry opens entries for prestigious GCC Award

The Qatar Ministry of Environment and Climate Change has opened enrollment for the 2026-27 Gulf Cooperation Council Environment and Wildlife Award. The announcement, made on Tuesday, extends an invitation to various stakeholders, including government entities, research institutions, private enterprises, civil society groups, and individuals, to participate in this esteemed recognition. The award aims to highlight achievements in biodiversity and sustainability throughout the Gulf region.

The submission deadline stands at March 2027. The competition encompasses three primary domains: innovation and technology in biodiversity management, community involvement in biodiversity conservation, and projects centered on ecosystem restoration and rehabilitation. Entrants have the option to select a primary category for their project while emphasizing any secondary areas that may be relevant.

Entries must encompass projects or initiatives that have yielded tangible outcomes in line with the award's goals. Applicants are mandated to submit individual application and nomination packets for each entry, accompanied by a video not exceeding two minutes detailing the project's scope and results. Additionally, a concise executive summary of up to two pages, coupled with supporting documents and reports illustrating the environmental impact and practices, must be included.

The Ministry of Environment will evaluate the submissions before forwarding them to the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council for further review and judging. The winners are anticipated to be recognized and awarded during the 2027 GCC meeting of ministers overseeing environmental affairs.