STEM
Environmental Science
Competition
The Earth Prize 2027
Offered by The Earth Foundation
A global environmental sustainability competition for students aged 13–19 who develop practical solutions to environmental challenges, with mentorship and major regional awards.
About this opportunity
The Earth Prize invites teenage students worldwide to turn environmental problems into practical solutions. Participants may compete individually or in teams of up to five, use the competition’s sustainability learning resources, receive access to mentoring, and develop a Fresh Idea proposal for evaluation. Strong projects can advance through scholar and regional-winner stages, with substantial prize funding available to selected winners to help implement their ideas.
Who can apply
Students must be aged 13–19 and registered in a school or educational program. Participation may be individual or in a team of up to five students. The competition is open worldwide.
What you'll need to apply
Register through the official 2027 onboarding portal. Participants then develop and submit a Fresh Idea addressing an environmental sustainability problem; team members register individually before forming their team in the submissions system.
Key dates
- Team registration deadline10 Jan 2027
- Fresh Idea project submission deadline28 Feb 2027
Who is eligible
Open to students worldwide — any nationality may apply.
Tags
Team based
Mentorship
Prize money
Individual
Accuracy
Verification status: Needs review
Last checked: 5 Sept 2026 · Details can change without notice — always confirm on the organiser's official page before applying.
Originally sourced from www.theearthprize.org
10 January 2027