Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement

August 9, 2021

The Tyler Prize for Environmental Achievement grants US$200 thousand to recognize exceptional accomplishments in environmental science, energy, or medicine. The Tyler Prize can be awarded to living individuals or public or private institutions anywhere in the world. Several past prize winners have been distinguished in scientific and technical areas such as the global nitrogen cycle, global biodiversity assessments, wastewater treatment in developing countries, and others relevant to the link between environment and development.

Nominations must be submitted in the English language and include the following information as requested on the Nomination Form and emailed to: nominations@tylerprize.org.

Full names, addresses, etc. of Nominee (choose individual or institution, not both) and Nominator. All nomination forms must include the home and/or mobile number of the nominee. The nomination form can be found below in two pdf versions, one that is static and one that is fillable.
A one to two-page summary of the individual’s or institution’s accomplishments, discovery, improvement, or other contribution for which the award is proposed, including links to appropriate websites and works.
A list of three to five individuals (please include a contact name, organization, and email address) who would be ready to provide reference letters if the nomination is advanced to the short-list.
In the case of a nomination for an individual, a Curriculum Vitae should be attached with links to appropriate publications, reports, and websites featuring the unique contribution(s) for which the nomination is being made. Nominations for an organization, please provide a brochure or datasheet, links to the website, all relevant data, and any additional information in support of the nomination.

All initial nominations will be reviewed by the Executive Committee and select a shortlist of nominees for whom additional information will be required. All nominators whose nominees move onto the shortlist round will be notified by end of September 2021.