Undine Award – Prize on the Topic of Water
Annual "Water for Humanity" Award with a total prize money of €60,000 in the categories Source of Life, Habitat, and Joy of Life. Applications are open to national and international water experts.
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
With the Undine Award, the Josef Wund Foundation aims to make a sustainable contribution to the preservation and careful use of the vital element water. The award honors projects and initiatives on the subject of water in its entire spectrum – from improved access to clean drinking water and new methods of water purification to artistic and social aspects.
Eligible to apply
- Companies
- Non-profit Organizations
- Public Institutions
Funding requirements
- Project on the topic of water
- Submission in one of the categories: Source of Life, Habitat, or Joy of Life
Evaluation criteria
- Innovative content of the project
- Sustainable impact
- Social relevance
- Relation to the individual
Description
The Undine Award – Prize on the Theme of Water is announced annually nationwide by the Josef Wund Foundation and is dedicated to the entire diversity of this essential element under the motto “Water for People.” In the three categories Source of Life, Habitat, and Joy of Life, institutions, projects, and companies are honored that implement innovative solutions in environmental and nature conservation, research & innovation, as well as cultural and social aspects related to water. The total prize money amounts to 60,000 euros and is aimed at national and international water experts. An independent jury continuously evaluates submitted proposals to highlight outstanding contributions and promote them sustainably.
The aim of the award is to advance the responsible use of water and its equitable access worldwide. Projects are recognized that impress through high innovation, sustainable impact, and strong social relevance, as well as establishing a connection to the individual. Supported initiatives include, for example, projects to improve drinking water supply, novel methods of water purification, climate-friendly water management approaches, or artistic initiatives that raise awareness of the importance of water. The continuous call for applications makes it possible to identify new impulses each year and further strengthen the dialogue between experts and the public for the preservation of this vital resource.
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