International Student Competition 2027 with Cash Prizes Exceeding $10,000

The Swiss-based Earth Foundation has announced that registration is now open for The Earth Prize 2027, an international environmental innovation competition targeting students from around the world. The competition offers cash prizes totaling more than $100,000 to support innovative ideas and projects that address environmental challenges and promote sustainability.

The competition aims to encourage young people aged 13 to 19 to develop practical and innovative solutions to environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, waste management, biodiversity conservation, energy, and water.

Students can participate individually or in teams of up to five members, whether they attend the same school or different schools.

The competition also provides participants with access to educational resources, mentoring sessions, and guidance from experts in environmental protection, sustainability, and innovation, helping them develop their ideas and transform them into feasible projects.

The Earth Prize 2027 competition offers the following benefits:

• Total cash prizes exceeding $100,000, distributed across various categories.

• A $10,000 cash prize for each of the seven regional winning teams.

• $500 awards under the The Earth Prize Scholars category, recognizing 35 selected projects.

• Additional $500 grants through the Continuation Fund, awarded to 12 recipients.

• Access to educational resources and specialized workshops.

• Mentorship and guidance from international experts.

• Certificates of recognition for teams selected as The Earth Prize Scholars.

• Opportunities to present outstanding projects to experts and specialists.

• Networking opportunities with students and innovators from around the world.

• Development of skills in scientific research, creative thinking, teamwork, and project management.

To participate in the competition, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Applicants must be between 13 and 19 years old during the competition period.

2. Applicants must be enrolled in secondary education or an eligible educational program, rather than university-level education.

3. Applicants must submit an idea or project that addresses an environmental issue.

4. The project must be developed by the participating student or team.

5. Students may participate individually or as part of a team of up to five members.

6. Teams may include students from different grades or schools.

7. Applicants must complete the online registration within the specified period.

8. Projects must be submitted in accordance with the official guidelines and requirements.

9. Participants must adhere to research ethics, properly acknowledge sources, and avoid plagiarism.

10. Minors must obtain consent from a parent or legal guardian.