{"id":119,"date":"2026-02-26T13:19:42","date_gmt":"2026-02-26T13:19:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.esdaindia.org\/sdg2026\/?page_id=119"},"modified":"2026-08-07T05:53:15","modified_gmt":"2026-08-07T05:53:15","slug":"awards","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.esdaindia.org\/wes2026\/awards\/","title":{"rendered":"AWARDS"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"119\" class=\"elementor elementor-119\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f3ad182 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"f3ad182\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c10437f e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c10437f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0edf7a7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0edf7a7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">AWARDS<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ab16eac e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ab16eac\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a29706 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5a29706\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8202dce e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"8202dce\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ac92aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8ac92aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">ESDA GREEN AWARDS 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f717a2d elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"f717a2d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">(Annual Awards of the Environment and Social Development Association (ESDA India), New Delhi)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-52a202b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"52a202b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Green Awards 2026 are among the flagship annual recognitions of the Environment and Social Development Association (ESDA India), established to honour outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to environmental protection, sustainability, scientific research, innovation, education, technology, and social development.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>The Awards recognize excellence across diverse disciplines, including environmental science, engineering and technology, agriculture, biodiversity, climate change, environmental health, biotechnology, environmental economics, education for sustainability, ESG, community development, women empowerment, human rights, and other initiatives that contribute to a greener, healthier, and more sustainable world.<\/p><p>The Awards celebrate distinguished faculty members, scientists, researchers, environmentalists, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, institutions, industries, NGOs, and visionary leaders whose work has demonstrated excellence, innovation, leadership, and lasting impact on society and the environment.<\/p><p><strong>The ESDA Green Awards 2026 will be presented during the World Environment Summit 2026, to be held on 22\u201326 October 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka.<\/strong><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-efe95c3 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"efe95c3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7aaf9e1 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7aaf9e1\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24500bb elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"24500bb\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">1.\tESDA Lifetime Achievement Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-824f352 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"824f352\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This prestigious award honours individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, lifelong dedication, and outstanding contributions to environmental sustainability, scientific research, education, public service, or society, creating a lasting impact in their respective fields.<\/p><p><strong>Categories:<\/strong> Distinguished Faculty \u2022 Renowned Environmentalists \u2022 Visionary Leaders \u2022 Dedicated Activists \u2022 Eminent Scientists \u2022 Accomplished Entrepreneurs<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><br \/>\u2022 <strong>Age:<\/strong> 60 years or above<br \/>\u2022 <strong>Nomination only<\/strong> by the ESDA Governing Body Members<br \/>\u2022 <strong>No direct application<\/strong> is accepted<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d9c6d92 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d9c6d92\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dea90b6 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dea90b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">2.\tESDA Fellowship Award 2026 (F.E.S.D.A)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a51229 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a51229\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Fellowship Award (F.E.S.D.A.) is a prestigious professional honour conferred upon eminent academicians, scientists, and researchers in recognition of their distinguished contributions to research, higher education, innovation, academic leadership, and environmental or social development.<\/p><p><strong>Categories:<\/strong><br \/>Eminent Academicians \u2022 Scientists \u2022 Professors \u2022 Research Leaders<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria:<\/strong><br \/>\u2022<strong> Age:<\/strong> 45 years or above<br \/>\u2022 Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India<br \/>\u2022 Holding or having held a senior academic or scientific position, such as Professor, Director, Scientist-F\/E, College Principal, or Associate Professor, with at least 10 years of professional experience.<br \/>\u2022 Demonstrated outstanding academic achievements throughhigh-quality publications, patents, externally funded research projects, Ph.D. supervision, innovation, and significant contributions to teaching, research, and society.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0911d4 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"c0911d4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d5adcce elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d5adcce\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">3.\tESDA Global Green Leadership Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1ac0761 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1ac0761\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Global Green Leadership Award is one of the highest honours conferred by the ESDA India. The Award recognizes visionary leaders and distinguished organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and transformative contributions towards environmental protection, climate action, sustainable development, green innovation, environmental governance, and global sustainability. It honours individuals and institutions whose leadership has inspired positive change, influenced policies, strengthened institutions, and created a significant and lasting impact on society and the environment at the national or international level.<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Categories: <\/strong>Individuals and Organizations<\/p><p><strong>Individuals<\/strong><\/p><p>Heads of Institutions \u2022 Vice Chancellors \u2022 Directors \u2022 Distinguished Scientists \u2022 Senior Academicians \u2022 Policymakers \u2022 Government Officials \u2022 Corporate Leaders \u2022 Entrepreneurs \u2022 Environmentalists \u2022 NGO Leaders \u2022 International Development Leaders<\/p><p><strong>Organizations<\/strong><\/p><p>Universities \u2022 Research Institutions \u2022 Government Organizations \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 International Organizations \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) \u2022 Foundations \u2022 Consultancies<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Individuals<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>No age restriction.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Demonstrated visionary leadership in environmental sustainability, climate action, environmental governance, green innovation, or sustainable development.<\/li><li>Held or currently holds a significant leadership position, such as Vice Chancellor,Director, Dean, Head of Institution, Senior Scientist, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Managing Director (MD), Founder, Chairperson, Commissioner, Secretary, or equivalent leadership role.<\/li><li>Demonstrated measurable impact through policy development, institutional transformation, environmental programmes, green technologies, innovation, research leadership, or community initiatives.<\/li><li>National or international recognition for outstanding leadership and contributions to environmental sustainability.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Organizations<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Demonstrated exceptional institutional leadership in environmental sustainability, climate action, environmental governance, or green innovation.<\/li><li>Successfully implemented impactful environmental policies, sustainability programmes, ESG initiatives, CSR programmes, or green technologies.<\/li><li>Demonstrated measurable environmental and social impact through institutional best practices and leadership.<\/li><li>Recognized for outstanding leadership at the regional, national, or international level.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64205c6 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"64205c6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4616f8d elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"4616f8d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">4.\tESDA Environmental Excellence Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c07577c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c07577c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Environmental Excellence Award recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, natural resource management, environmental research, innovation, education, policy, and community engagement. The Award honours excellence in advancing environmental stewardship and creating a significant and lasting positive impact on the environment and society.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Categories:\u00a0<\/strong>Individuals and Organizations<\/p><p><strong>Individuals<\/strong><\/p><p>Distinguished Faculty \u2022 Renowned Environmentalists \u2022 Visionary Leaders \u2022 Dedicated Activists \u2022 Eminent Scientists \u2022 Accomplished Entrepreneurs<\/p><p><strong>Organizations<\/strong><\/p><p>Universities \u2022 Colleges \u2022 Schools \u2022 Educational Institutions \u2022 Research Institutes \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Consultancies \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Individuals<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 45 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Minimum 20 years of professional experience with an outstanding record of research, publications, funded projects, innovation, and\/or Ph.D. supervision.<\/li><li>Demonstrated exceptional contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, environmental education, environmental policy, natural resource management, or community-based environmental initiatives.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Organizations<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Demonstrates environmentally responsible practices and environmental stewardship.<\/li><li>Demonstrates commitment to pollution prevention, resource conservation, and environmental compliance.<\/li><li>Promotes environmental awareness, conservation, and community engagement.<\/li><li>Implements impactful environmental programmes, research, technologies, or innovative environmental solutions.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3d21f19 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3d21f19\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0849540 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"0849540\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">5.\tESDA Sustainability Excellence Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9783014 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9783014\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Sustainability Excellence Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, innovation, and sustainable development through exemplary policies, practices, research, and community engagement.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Organizations Only:<\/strong><\/p><p>Universities \u2022 Colleges \u2022 Schools\u2022 Educational Institutions \u2022 Research Institutes \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Consultancies \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Educational Institutions<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Accredited and recognized institution.<\/li><li>Integrates sustainability into education, research, campus operations, or governance.<\/li><li>Promotes environmental awareness, social responsibility, and sustainable practices.<\/li><li>Demonstrates meaningful community engagement and sustainability outreach initiatives.<\/li><li>Schools, Colleges, and Universities recognized as a &#8220;Green Campus&#8221; by ESDA India will receive special consideration.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Corporate Organizations, Industries, PSUs, Consultancies &amp; NGOs<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Minimum 5 years of successful operation.<\/li><li>Demonstrates a strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility.<\/li><li>Implements impactful environmental, social, or governance (ESG), CSR, or sustainability initiatives.<\/li><li>Achieves measurable positive impact on the environment and society.<\/li><li>Complies with applicable environmental regulations and promotes the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dca970f e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"dca970f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38b8bb6 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"38b8bb6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">6.\tESDA Eminent Scientist Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2f07542 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2f07542\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Eminent Scientist Award honours distinguished scientists and academicians for their exceptional contributions to scientific research, innovation, higher education, and environmental or social development. The Award recognizes individuals whose outstanding research, academic excellence, and leadership have significantly advanced science and benefited society.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Categories<\/strong><\/p><p>Scientists \u2022 Professors \u2022 Faculty Members in Science Disciplines<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 45 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Currently holding or having held a senior academic or scientific position, such as Professor, Director, Scientist-F\/E, or Associate Professor, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience.<\/li><li>Demonstrated an outstanding academic and research record.<\/li><li>Strong publication profile, including high-quality peer-reviewed publications, books, patents, externally funded research projects, and research supervision.<\/li><li>Significant contributions to scientific research, innovation, higher education, and society.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d19e492 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d19e492\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d41688d elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d41688d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">7.\tESDA Academic Excellence Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2dd3705 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2dd3705\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Academic Excellence Award recognizes outstanding academicians for their exceptional contributions to higher education, scientific research, innovation, teaching excellence, academic leadership, and the advancement of environmental and social development.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p>Eminent Academicians \u2022 Scientists \u2022 Faculty Members in Science and Humanities Disciplines<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 40 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Must hold a Ph.D. degree.<\/li><li>Currently holding or having held the position of Associate Professor, Scientist-E, Assistant Professor, or Scientist-C, with a minimum of 10 years of professional experience.<\/li><li>Demonstrated an outstanding academic, teaching, and research record.<\/li><li>Strong profile of high-quality peer-reviewed publications, books, patents, externally funded research projects, research supervision, and academic contributions.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f22c220 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f22c220\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-114eb67 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"114eb67\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">8.\tESDA Senior Scientist Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0dc329d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"0dc329d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Senior Scientist Award recognizes distinguished scientists and academicians for their outstanding contributions to scientific research, innovation, higher education, technology development, and environmental or social development. The Award honours individuals whose excellence in research and academic leadership has significantly advanced their respective disciplines.<\/p><p><strong>Category: <\/strong>Scientists \u2022 Faculty Members in Higher Education<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 40 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Must hold a Ph.D., M.Tech., M.E., or M.D. degree (or an equivalent professional qualification).<\/li><li>Minimum 10 years of teaching and\/or research experience in a recognized academic or scientific institution.<\/li><li>Demonstrated an outstanding academic and research record.<\/li><li>Strong profile of high-quality peer-reviewed publications, books, patents, externally funded research projects, research supervision, and scientific innovations.<\/li><li>Significant contributions to their discipline, with demonstrated impact, recognition, and professional achievements.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cbcb57e e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"cbcb57e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84bed8f elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"84bed8f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">9.\tESDA Education Excellence Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a98583c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"a98583c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Education Excellence Award recognizes outstanding educators for their exceptional contributions to teaching, academic excellence, educational innovation, student development, and the advancement of quality education. The Award honours teachers who have demonstrated excellence in education through innovation, leadership, and a lasting impact on learners and society.<\/p><p><strong>Category: <\/strong>Individual Award \u2013 Teachers (School, College &amp; University)<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 35 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron or Life Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Minimum 10 years of teaching experience in a recognized school, college, or university.<\/li><li>Demonstrated an outstanding academic and teaching record.<\/li><li>Proven excellence in innovative teaching methodologies, educational technologies, curriculum development, or student mentoring.<\/li><li>Evidence of significant positive impact on student learning, academic achievement, and institutional development.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5aa4f2a e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5aa4f2a\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-992200c elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"992200c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">10.\tESDA Women Empowerment Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d055082 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"d055082\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Women Empowerment Award recognizes outstanding women who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and made significant contributions to women\u2019s empowerment, gender equality, education, social justice, community development, and sustainable development.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p><strong>Category: <\/strong>Individual Award (Women)<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 40 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Demonstrated outstanding contributions in one or more of the following areas:<ul><li>Women&#8217;s empowerment and gender equality<\/li><li>Women&#8217;s rights advocacy and social justice<\/li><li>Community leadership and social development<\/li><li>Education, skill development, and capacity building for women<\/li><li>Economic empowerment through entrepreneurship, innovation, or livelihood initiatives<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-55d9faa e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"55d9faa\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-354e276 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"354e276\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">11.\tESDA Environmentalist Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-95c0e7e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"95c0e7e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Environmentalist Award recognizes outstanding individuals who have demonstrated exceptional commitment and meaningful contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, climate action, natural resource management, environmental education, public awareness, and community-based environmental action. The Award honours environmental champions whose dedication, service, and grassroots initiatives have created a lasting positive impact on nature, communities, and society.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Individual Award<\/strong><\/p><p>Environmentalists \u2022 Community Leaders \u2022 Environmental Activists \u2022 Conservationists \u2022 Farmers \u2022 Educators \u2022 Scientists \u2022 Faculty Members \u2022 Researchers \u2022 Social Workers \u2022 Entrepreneurs \u2022 Volunteers \u2022 Sustainability Professionals<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>No age restriction.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron or Life Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Demonstrated outstanding contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, water conservation, afforestation, waste management, climate action, environmental education, or community-based environmental initiatives.<\/li><li>Open to individuals from all educational, professional, and social backgrounds, including academicians, environmental activists, grassroots leaders, farmers, volunteers, NGOs, and community champions.<\/li><li>Formal academic qualifications are not mandatory. Selection will be based on the quality, impact, and sustainability of environmental work.<\/li><li>Demonstrated measurable impact through environmental campaigns, conservation projects, public awareness programmes, community participation, research, innovation, or environmental advocacy.<\/li><li>Recognized for inspiring communities and promoting environmental stewardship, sustainable lifestyles, and public participation in environmental conservation.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d7f94fd e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"d7f94fd\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3fbbc28 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"3fbbc28\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">12.\tESDA Young Scientist Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-030b9bd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"030b9bd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Young Scientist Award recognizes outstanding young scientists and researchers for their exceptional contributions to scientific research, innovation, technology, and environmental or social development. The Award honours early-career professionals who have demonstrated excellence in research, publications, innovation, and academic achievements with the potential to become future leaders in science and technology.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p>Scientists \u2022 Researchers \u2022 Faculty Members<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 40 years or below.<\/li><li>Must be a Life Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Must hold a Ph.D., M.Tech., M.E., M.D., or an equivalent postgraduate\/professional degree.<\/li><li>Demonstrated excellence in scientific research, innovation, publications, patents, funded research projects, or technological development.<\/li><li>Strong profile of high-quality peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, or other significant research contributions.<\/li><\/ul><p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"7346\" data-end=\"7359\">Demonstrated potential for leadership and excellence in research, innovation, and scientific advancement<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-206491d e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"206491d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-66fe031 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"66fe031\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">13.\tESDA Young Researcher Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-fa0a9f7 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"fa0a9f7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Young Researcher Award recognizes outstanding young researchers and research scholars for their promising contributions to scientific research, innovation, academic excellence, and environmental or social development. The Award honours emerging researchers who have demonstrated exceptional research potential, scholarly achievements, and a strong commitment to advancing knowledge through quality research.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p>Research Scholars \u2022 Early-Career Researchers<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 35 years or below.<\/li><li>Must be a Life Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Must be pursuing or have recently completed a Ph.D. or an equivalent research degree.<\/li><li>Minimum two publications in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, or equivalent scholarly publications.<\/li><li>Demonstrated research potential through quality publications, innovation, presentations, or research projects.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9055d3e e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9055d3e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ccc0db8 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"ccc0db8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">14.\tSafety Professional Excellence Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-858d49b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"858d49b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Safety Professional Excellence Award recognizes outstanding Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) professionals for their exceptional contributions to occupational health and safety, environmental management, risk mitigation, workplace safety, sustainability, and organizational excellence. The Award honours professionals whose leadership, innovation, and best practices have significantly enhanced workplace safety, environmental protection, and employee well-being.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p>EHS Professionals \u2022 HSE Professionals \u2022 Safety Managers \u2022 EHS Managers \u2022 Safety Officers \u2022 Safety Engineers \u2022 EHS Consultants \u2022 Safety Entrepreneurs<\/p><p><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Age: 40 years or above.<\/li><li>Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India.<\/li><li>Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Environment, Health &amp; Safety (EHS), Occupational Health &amp; Safety (OHS), Industrial Safety, or related fields.<\/li><li>Demonstrated outstanding contributions to workplace safety, environmental protection, occupational health, risk management, regulatory compliance, or safety innovation.<\/li><li>Recognized for implementing best practices, safety management systems, training programmes, or innovative EHS initiatives with measurable organizational impact.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7d6df00 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7d6df00\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8b3c4e1 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"8b3c4e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">15.\tESDA Green Technology Award 2026<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8c2072f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8c2072f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The ESDA Green Technology Award recognizes outstanding organizations that have demonstrated excellence in developing, adopting, and implementing innovative green technologies, sustainable products, clean manufacturing processes, and environmentally responsible solutions. The Award honours organizations whose technological innovations have significantly contributed to environmental protection, resource efficiency, climate action, pollution prevention, and sustainable industrial development.<\/p><p><strong>Category<\/strong><\/p><p><strong>Industries<\/strong> (Manufacturing, Pharmaceuticals, Chemicals, Construction, Energy, Mining, Automotive, Electronics, Food Processing, etc.) \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Technology Companies \u2022 Consultancies \u2022 Laboratories \u2022 Hospitals \u2022 Research &amp; Development Organizations \u2022 Educational Institutions \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)<\/p><p><strong>Eligibility Criteria<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Minimum 5 years of successful operation.<\/li><li>Demonstrated excellence in the development or implementation of green technologies, clean production systems, sustainable products, or innovative environmental solutions.<\/li><li>Significant contributions to resource efficiency, energy conservation, renewable energy, waste minimization, pollution prevention, circular economy, or carbon emission reduction.<\/li><li>Demonstrated measurable environmental, technological, and social impact through innovation, sustainability initiatives, or best industrial practices.<\/li><li>Compliance with applicable environmental regulations and commitment to continuous environmental improvement.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3af7ae7 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3af7ae7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d38ad0 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"4d38ad0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aab9c10 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"aab9c10\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-310ab5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"310ab5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">The Award Guidelines<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82b18a3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"82b18a3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Eligibility and Selection\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-06d45b6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"06d45b6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<ul><li>Up to 70 awards will be conferred annually upon deserving ESDA Life and Patron Members. In exceptional cases, distinguished individuals or organizations may be considered based on nominations recommended by the ESDA Governing Body.<\/li><li>Applicants who are not members of ESDA India may apply for Life or Patron Membership at the time of award application.<\/li><li>Award recipients are selected solely on the basis of merit, professional excellence, innovation, leadership, achievements, and significant contributions in their respective fields.<\/li><li>All nominations and applications undergo a rigorous, impartial, and confidential evaluation by the ESDA Awards Selection Committee to ensure a fair, transparent, and merit-based selection process.<\/li><li>The decision of the ESDA Awards Selection Committee shall be final and binding.<\/li><li>Selected awardees will be informed in advance, and the award will be conferred only upon confirmation of their willingness to accept the honour.<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-0d182a3 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"0d182a3\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b1d8f7 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5b1d8f7\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-737d584 e-con-full e-flex wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"737d584\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7fa30aa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7fa30aa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Event Organization &amp; Participation Charges\nSelf-Sustaining Initiative\n<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5f07f75 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5f07f75\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The World Environment Summit 2026 and the ESDA Green Awards 2026 are organized by the Environment and Social Development Association (ESDA India) on a self-sustaining, no-profit, no-loss basis. The Summit and Awards are made possible through participant support, as ESDA India does not receive any government, corporate, or external financial assistance for organizing these prestigious international events.<\/p><p><strong>No Award Application Fee<\/strong><\/p><p>There is no application, nomination, or processing fee for any ESDA Green Award. All Awards are conferred solely on the basis of merit, professional excellence, achievements, leadership, and significant contributions in the respective fields.<\/p><p><strong>Award Ceremony Participation Charges<\/strong><\/p><p>Selected awardees will be required to pay a nominal Event Participation Charge to cover the actual expenses associated with the Award Ceremony and Conference, including the conference venue, hospitality, meals, conference kit, award trophy, certificate, event management, and other organizational arrangements.<\/p><p><strong>Transparency &amp; Fairness<\/strong><\/p><p>The Event Participation Charge is determined solely on the basis of actual event expenses and will be communicated to all selected awardees well in advance. ESDA India does not generate any financial profit from the ESDA Green Awards Programme.<\/p><p><strong>Merit-Based Selection<\/strong><\/p><p>The ESDA Green Awards are a symbol of professional excellence and integrity. Award selection is based exclusively on merit and is never influenced by sponsorships, donations, financial contributions, or any other commercial considerations. All nominations and applications are evaluated independently by the ESDA Awards Selection Committee, whose decision shall be final and binding.<\/p><p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Please explore ESDA website for detailed guidelines and eligibility of ESDA Awards<\/li><li><strong>Last date for applying ESDA Awards 2026 is 15<sup>th<\/sup>September, 2026<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3048aa8 e-flex e-con-boxed wpr-particle-no wpr-jarallax-no wpr-parallax-no wpr-sticky-section-no wpr-column-slider-no wpr-equal-height-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"3048aa8\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7a8aa43 elementor-align-center elementor-widget elementor-widget-button\" data-id=\"7a8aa43\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"button.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-button elementor-button-link elementor-size-sm\" href=\"https:\/\/www.esdaindia.org\/wes2026\/esda-award-application-form\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-content-wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-button-text\">Online Award Application Form<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>AWARDS ESDA GREEN AWARDS 2026 (Annual Awards of the Environment and Social Development Association (ESDA India), New Delhi) The ESDA Green Awards 2026 are among the flagship annual recognitions of the Environment and Social Development Association (ESDA India), established to honour outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to environmental protection, sustainability, scientific research, innovation, education, technology, and social development. \u00a0 The Awards recognize excellence across diverse disciplines, including environmental science, engineering and technology, agriculture, biodiversity, climate change, environmental health, biotechnology, environmental economics, education for sustainability, ESG, community development, women empowerment, human rights, and other initiatives that contribute to a greener, healthier, and more sustainable world. The Awards celebrate distinguished faculty members, scientists, researchers, environmentalists, innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, institutions, industries, NGOs, and visionary leaders whose work has demonstrated excellence, innovation, leadership, and lasting impact on society and the environment. The ESDA Green Awards 2026 will be presented during the World Environment Summit 2026, to be held on 22\u201326 October 2026 in Colombo, Sri Lanka. \u00a0 1. ESDA Lifetime Achievement Award 2026 This prestigious award honours individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, lifelong dedication, and outstanding contributions to environmental sustainability, scientific research, education, public service, or society, creating a lasting impact in their respective fields. Categories: Distinguished Faculty \u2022 Renowned Environmentalists \u2022 Visionary Leaders \u2022 Dedicated Activists \u2022 Eminent Scientists \u2022 Accomplished Entrepreneurs \u00a0Eligibility Criteria:\u2022 Age: 60 years or above\u2022 Nomination only by the ESDA Governing Body Members\u2022 No direct application is accepted 2. ESDA Fellowship Award 2026 (F.E.S.D.A) The ESDA Fellowship Award (F.E.S.D.A.) is a prestigious professional honour conferred upon eminent academicians, scientists, and researchers in recognition of their distinguished contributions to research, higher education, innovation, academic leadership, and environmental or social development. Categories:Eminent Academicians \u2022 Scientists \u2022 Professors \u2022 Research Leaders Eligibility Criteria:\u2022 Age: 45 years or above\u2022 Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India\u2022 Holding or having held a senior academic or scientific position, such as Professor, Director, Scientist-F\/E, College Principal, or Associate Professor, with at least 10 years of professional experience.\u2022 Demonstrated outstanding academic achievements throughhigh-quality publications, patents, externally funded research projects, Ph.D. supervision, innovation, and significant contributions to teaching, research, and society. 3. ESDA Global Green Leadership Award 2026 The ESDA Global Green Leadership Award is one of the highest honours conferred by the ESDA India. The Award recognizes visionary leaders and distinguished organizations that have demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and transformative contributions towards environmental protection, climate action, sustainable development, green innovation, environmental governance, and global sustainability. It honours individuals and institutions whose leadership has inspired positive change, influenced policies, strengthened institutions, and created a significant and lasting impact on society and the environment at the national or international level. \u00a0Categories: Individuals and Organizations Individuals Heads of Institutions \u2022 Vice Chancellors \u2022 Directors \u2022 Distinguished Scientists \u2022 Senior Academicians \u2022 Policymakers \u2022 Government Officials \u2022 Corporate Leaders \u2022 Entrepreneurs \u2022 Environmentalists \u2022 NGO Leaders \u2022 International Development Leaders Organizations Universities \u2022 Research Institutions \u2022 Government Organizations \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 International Organizations \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) \u2022 Foundations \u2022 Consultancies \u00a0 Eligibility Criteria Individuals No age restriction. Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India. Demonstrated visionary leadership in environmental sustainability, climate action, environmental governance, green innovation, or sustainable development. Held or currently holds a significant leadership position, such as Vice Chancellor,Director, Dean, Head of Institution, Senior Scientist, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Managing Director (MD), Founder, Chairperson, Commissioner, Secretary, or equivalent leadership role. Demonstrated measurable impact through policy development, institutional transformation, environmental programmes, green technologies, innovation, research leadership, or community initiatives. National or international recognition for outstanding leadership and contributions to environmental sustainability. \u00a0 Organizations Demonstrated exceptional institutional leadership in environmental sustainability, climate action, environmental governance, or green innovation. Successfully implemented impactful environmental policies, sustainability programmes, ESG initiatives, CSR programmes, or green technologies. Demonstrated measurable environmental and social impact through institutional best practices and leadership. Recognized for outstanding leadership at the regional, national, or international level. 4. ESDA Environmental Excellence Award 2026 The ESDA Environmental Excellence Award recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, natural resource management, environmental research, innovation, education, policy, and community engagement. The Award honours excellence in advancing environmental stewardship and creating a significant and lasting positive impact on the environment and society. \u00a0 Categories:\u00a0Individuals and Organizations Individuals Distinguished Faculty \u2022 Renowned Environmentalists \u2022 Visionary Leaders \u2022 Dedicated Activists \u2022 Eminent Scientists \u2022 Accomplished Entrepreneurs Organizations Universities \u2022 Colleges \u2022 Schools \u2022 Educational Institutions \u2022 Research Institutes \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Consultancies \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) \u00a0 Eligibility Criteria Individuals Age: 45 years or above. Must be a Patron Member of ESDA India. Minimum 20 years of professional experience with an outstanding record of research, publications, funded projects, innovation, and\/or Ph.D. supervision. Demonstrated exceptional contributions to environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, pollution prevention, environmental education, environmental policy, natural resource management, or community-based environmental initiatives. \u00a0 Organizations Demonstrates environmentally responsible practices and environmental stewardship. Demonstrates commitment to pollution prevention, resource conservation, and environmental compliance. Promotes environmental awareness, conservation, and community engagement. Implements impactful environmental programmes, research, technologies, or innovative environmental solutions. 5. ESDA Sustainability Excellence Award 2026 The ESDA Sustainability Excellence Award recognizes organizations that have demonstrated outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability, social responsibility, innovation, and sustainable development through exemplary policies, practices, research, and community engagement. \u00a0 Category Organizations Only: Universities \u2022 Colleges \u2022 Schools\u2022 Educational Institutions \u2022 Research Institutes \u2022 Corporate Organizations \u2022 Industries \u2022 Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) \u2022 Consultancies \u2022 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) Eligibility Criteria Educational Institutions Accredited and recognized institution. Integrates sustainability into education, research, campus operations, or governance. Promotes environmental awareness, social responsibility, and sustainable practices. Demonstrates meaningful community engagement and sustainability outreach initiatives. Schools, Colleges, and Universities recognized as a &#8220;Green Campus&#8221; by ESDA India will receive special consideration. \u00a0 Corporate Organizations, Industries, PSUs, Consultancies &amp; NGOs Minimum 5 years of successful operation. 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