Here is an opportunity for photographers all around the world to showcase their skills. The application for the CIWEM 2022 Environmental Photographer of the Year Competition is currently ongoing. Suitably qualified and interested candidates are invited.
The Environmental Photographer of the Year competition supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals’ urgent calls to action, recognizing the intricate interconnected nature of development, poverty reduction, equality, security, and climate action, as well as the unprecedented effort required from all sectors of society to address the defining issues of our time.
The Environmental Photographer of the Year competition, now in its 15th year, showcases the most inspiring environmental photography from around the world. The award recognizes humanity’s ability to survive and innovate, as well as images that draw attention to our impact and inspire us to live more sustainably.
About Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM)
The Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM) is a Royal Chartered independent professional body and registered charity in the United Kingdom that works to advance the practice of water and environmental management on a global scale. CIWEM is a community of 30,000 professionals who share a vision of a safe and sustainable world.
Brief Program Details
Sponsor(s): CIWEN
Type: Contest
Eligible Country: International
Application Deadline: 31 August 2022
Award Categories
- Environmental Photographer of the Year
- Young Environmental Photographer of the Year
- Vision of the Future
- Recovering Nature
- Keeping 1.5 Alive
- Adapting for Tomorrow
Full Benefits of CIWEM Photographer of the Year Competition
- Environmental Photographer of the Year: This category is open to professional and amateur photographers of all ages, from all over the world. The winner will receive a £5,000 cash prize in addition to an interview in CIWEM’s Environment Magazine, a profile on WaterBear’s website, and a feature on Nikon Europe’s website.
- Young Environmental Photographer of the Year: This category recognizes rising talent and is open to photographers aged 21 years or younger. The winner will receive a Z Series Mirrorless camera and two NIKKOR Z lenses of their choosing, as well as an interview in CIWEM’s Environment Magazine and a feature on the Waterbear and Nikon platforms.
- Additional £1,000 cash prizes are awarded in the following four categories:
- Vision of the Future
- Recovering Nature
- Keeping 1.5 Alive
- Adapting for Tomorrow
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Eligibility Requirements for CIWEM Photographer of the Year Competition
- Open to photographers from around the world.
- Anyone born on or after August 31, 2001 is automatically entered into the Young Environmental Photographer of the Year category. For entrants under 18 parental permission must be received from the parent or guardian of the photographer. Proof of age may be required after your submission has been completed.
- You may enter previously published photos, but do not enter photos that have already received an award or recognition in another international photography competition.
How to Apply for the CIWEN Photographer of the Year Competition
Interested and qualified candidates should click on the “Apply Button” below to begin their application.
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