Nominations Invited for UNEP Sasakawa Prize

Nominations are invited for the 2006 UNEP Sasakawa Prize. The new prize aims to encourage environmental innovation, research, iniatives and ideas on an annually changing theme. In 2006, the theme for which candidates will be eligible is Deserts and Desertification. Please note that the deadline for nominations is 15 March 2006.

The Prize acts as an incentive for environmental efforts that are sustainable and replicable in the long-term. It recognises innovation, groundbreaking research and ideas, and extraordinary grassroots initiatives from around the world.

The $200,000 UNEP Sasakawa Prize offers the financial support Laureates need to build on their achievements. Background information on the prize and the nomination form are available at: www.unep.org/sasakawa

Source: Cambridge Conservation Forum March 2006 Newsletter

I hope this is of your interest. Regards,

Jorge Brenner