GEO SDG Awards 2021 Deadline Extended
The deadline for nominations has been extended to July 16, 2021. The call for nominations is now closed.
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development provides a universal set of priorities to use as a blueprint of action for people, the planet, and prosperity. Earth observations, geospatial data, and the information they provide play insightful roles in monitoring targets, tracking progress, as well as helping nations and stakeholders make informed decisions toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The Group on Earth Observations Sustainable Development Goals (GEO SDG) Awards 2021 recognizes the productivity, innovation, novelty, and exemplary efforts in the use of Earth observations to support sustainable development. Launched in 2019, this annual award is presented to those making an impact on the 17 global goals put forth by the United Nations, as indicated by progress toward achieving a SDG Target and/or reporting on a SDG Indicator.
Call for Nominations for the GEO SDG Awards
All GEO Members and all organizations within a specific sectoral category are eligible to nominate themselves or others for the GEO SDG Awards. The call for nominations is open until July 16, 2021. The call for nominations is now closed.
We welcome nominations from: GEO Member Countries, GEO Participating Organizations, GEO Work Programme Activities, GEO Associates, SDG custodian agencies, academic institutions, inter-governmental organizations, the commercial sector, and civil society organizations.
You can find a list of GEO Associates here.
The Civil Society category encompasses civil society organizations and non-governmental organizations.
There will be Sectoral and Special Awards presented in several categories. Sectoral Awards will focus on the type of organization and the nature of their work. Special categories recognize specific key tenets and objectives the Awards are intended to highlight. Nominees will identify one Sectoral category for their nomination, and they will be considered for one Sectoral category award. All nominees will also be considered (as an entire group) for all Special categories.
For more information on selection criteria and how to submit a nomination visit our website.
