The theme is: Civil society’s green contribution – An initiative to involve everybody in the green transition. The Nordic Council is now inviting the public to submit nominations for the DKK 300,000 prize.
Criteria for nomination
The prize is awarded to a Nordic company, organisation, or individual which has integrated consideration for the environment into its business or work in an exemplary manner, or which has made an extraordinarily positive contribution to the environment in some other way. The winner must have a Nordic perspective and operate in the Nordic Region as well as/or with parties outside the Region.
The adjudication committee will also take into account the extent to which the initiative is inclusive and innovative and has the potential to inspire and scale up internationally.
Theme 2025
The adjudication committee has chosen the theme for this year in order to draw attention to the fact that every part of society has a role to play in addressing climate change, making the green transition a reality and taking the steps necessary to protect, manage and restore our ecosystems.
“An active and engaged civil society is a prerequisite for the green transition and vital for making the improvements needed to nature and the environment,” says Anna Jöborn, chair of the adjudication committee.
Read more about the theme below:
Civil Society Engagement – An initiative to involve everybody in the green transition
Without a widespread commitment to nature and environmental issues, achieving a sustainable future will be difficult. Every part of society has a role to play in addressing climate change, making the green transition a reality and taking the steps necessary to protect, manage and restore our ecosystems.
Society can make rapid and significant progress when we all stand together and work towards a common goal. Time is of the essence for the environment, protecting nature and making the green transition happen, none of which is possible without an active and fully engaged civil society.
Engagement takes many forms – from participation in local associations and organisations to individual initiatives that promote sustainability and environmental awareness. Behavioural change can make a big difference in moving toward a more sustainable future.
Examples of “citizen science” involving ordinary people already abound, such as observing birds and butterflies and combating invasive species. These initiatives are important not only for data collection but also for raising awareness and encouraging widespread engagement.
Anyone can submit names
The nomination process for the Nordic Council Environment Prize is open, allowing the general public to put forward names.
The deadline is 30 April.
Submit a nomination for the Nordic Council Environment Prize 2025
The prize and award ceremony
The nominees will be announced in June. The DKK 300,000 prize will be awarded at a ceremony in Stockholm during the Session of the Nordic Council Session in October.