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- Prestigious international water award recognizing excellence in water science, management, and protection.
Awarded by:
- Stockholm Water Foundation in collaboration with the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences.
Origin:
- Established in 1991 during the Stockholm Water Festival.
- Symbolizes Sweden’s global commitment to clean water and sustainability.
Eligibility:
- Open to individuals or organizations in fields like science, engineering, policy, and environmental advocacy.
- Self-nominations and nominations by close relatives are not allowed.
Award Ceremony:
- Conferred annually by King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden during World Water Week (August) in Stockholm.
Selection Process:
- Nominations → Evaluation by Prize Committee → Final decision by the Board of the Stockholm Water Foundation.
First Winner (1991):
- Prof. David W. Schindler (Canada) – for pioneering research on lake pollution and climate impact.
2025 Winner: Günter Blöschl
Who:
- Professor at Vienna University of Technology
- World-renowned hydrologist
Contribution:
- Revolutionized flood risk assessment
- Developed climate-flood observational linkages aiding global adaptation and disaster resilience.
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