Emirates Energy Award returns with $1 million prize pool

The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has launched the sixth Emirates Energy Award for 2026–2028, with a total prize value of $1 million across 10 categories.

The new cycle, themed 'Innovating for Sustainable and Resilient Energy', was announced during the 12th World Green Economy Summit at Dubai World Trade Centre.

The award will recognise projects and achievements across areas including energy efficiency, solar energy, the circular economy, research and development, education and youth talent.

Institutions, organisations and individuals working in the energy sector have been invited to participate and submit projects and solutions showcasing innovation.

Official submissions open on December 1, 2026. 

The award supports the objectives of the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 Strategic Initiative, as well as Dubai’s clean energy and net-zero strategies.

Over its previous five cycles, the Emirates Energy Award has recognised 151 winners.

أفكاركم المبتكرة هي الحجر الأساس لصياغة مستقبلٍ مستدام. ⚡
مع الإعلان الرسمي عن انطلاق الدورة السادسة لجائزة الإمارات للطاقة، تحت شعار: "نبتكر لطاقة مستدامة ومرنة"
والذي أُطلق من منصة القمة العالمية للاقتصاد الأخضر ندعو كافة الطاقات المبتكرة للبدء بتحضير مشاريعهم وتجهيزها.
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