Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Supreme Council of Energy has launched the sixth cycle of the Emirates Energy Award, covering 2026 to 2028, under the theme “Innovating for Sustainable and Resilient Energy.” The award carries total prize money of USD 1 million spread across ten categories.
The launch was announced at the 12th World Green Economy Summit at Dubai World Trade Centre by HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy and Chairman of the Award. The award is held under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
The ten award categories
- Energy Efficiency – Public Sector
- Energy Efficiency – Private Sector
- Large Energy Project
- Small Energy Project
- Circular Economy
- Large Solar Project (distributed generation of 500 kW or more)
- Small Solar Project (distributed generation under 500 kW)
- Education and Capacity Building
- Research and Development
- Young Energy Professional
Who can apply
Institutions, organisations and individuals working in the energy sector are invited to submit entries, with strong participation expected from young professionals and entrepreneurs. Application deadlines will be published by the award organisers.
A growing track record
Across its first five cycles, the Emirates Energy Award has honoured 151 winners – 118 in the first four cycles and 33 in the fifth – recognising projects that improve energy efficiency, expand clean energy and build skills in the sector.
For UAE companies running solar installations, efficiency retrofits or circular economy programmes, the award offers both prize money and regional recognition for their work.
Source: Go-Green.ae.
