Ashden Awards 2026

For 25 years, The Ashden Awards have accelerated groundbreaking climate solutions – bringing innovators prize money, publicity and prestige. We boost work that lowers emissions and builds resilience while creating social impact: from new jobs and livelihoods to better health. Key features:

• Winners receive up to £40,000 in grant funding (except Outstanding Achievement Award, which has no grant).
• Tailored communications and organizational support.
• Global media exposure and storytelling support.
• Connections to funders, investors, and policymakers.
• Ongoing alumni network and program participation. Award categories:
• Local Energy Innovation (UK)
• Nature-Based Climate Solutions (UK)
• Outstanding Achievement (Global South, past winners/finalists only)
• Solving Energy Challenges (Global South)
• Tropical Forest Protection (Global South, Indigenous Peoples & Local Communities)

• Must be an organization (business, social enterprise, community group, public sector body)
• Must deliver impactful climate solutions with social benefits
• Online application form
• Evidence of innovation, impact, and scalability
• Outstanding Achievement Award requires prior Ashden finalist/winner statu