The IETI Green Development and Sustainability Award (GDSA) is one of the most prestigious honors established by the International Engineering and Technology Institute (IETI), aimed at recognizing and promoting groundbreaking contributions to environmental protection and sustainable development. This award underscores the Institute's commitment to advancing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and global environmental stewardship. It serves as a hallmark of excellence for individuals whose innovative research and leadership have significantly advanced the fields of green development and sustainability on a global scale.
Recipients of the GDSA are esteemed figures from leading international universities, distinguished science academies, and prominent research institutions. Their pioneering work has not only reshaped academic discourse but also influenced global policy and practical applications in sustainability. By honoring these trailblazers, the award amplifies the critical importance of integrating sustainability into scientific research, innovation, and real-world practices, positioning itself as a key driver of change in the global transition to a greener future.
The award is open to all IETI members and fellows, with nominations welcomed from senior researchers, professors, and leaders in related fields. The GDSA Committee rigorously evaluates nominees based on their outstanding achievements in green development, innovative contributions to sustainability, and long-term impact on global environmental goals. Special consideration is given to those who have actively contributed to advancing the Institute's mission and values through participation in its conferences, publications, and activities.
This award is dedicated to senior researchers and full professors (with no age limit), recognizing those whose visionary research has had a lasting, positive impact on the world. Winning the IETI Green Development and Sustainability Award positions the recipient among the most influential thought leaders in sustainability, inspiring future generations of researchers and policymakers to pursue excellence in green development for the betterment of our planet.
How to be the award winner?
. The candidate must be a senior researcher in natural sciences, engineering sciences, or management sciences, focusing on green development and sustainable research and applications.
. The candidate should have significant international influence, with outstanding contributions and achievements in green and sustainable development.
. A complete resume is required.
. A brief introduction (less than 400 words) must be provided.
. Introduce an individual's contributions to the field in one sentence or paragraph.
. Submission of five or more representative research papers is mandatory.
. The candidate must be nominated by two senior researchers.
. Annually, 1-2 winners are chosen for this award. If the criteria are not fully met, the candidate with the highest matching degree may be selected.
For important dates, please refer to our latest announcement.
2025 Announcement
Nominations are invited for the 2025 year. The deadline for nominations is on August 31 2025. Please send the nomination package by email to info#ieti.net. The awardee will be announced before October 31 2025.
2024 3nd IETI Green Development and Sustainability Award Winner(s):
Partha Dasgupta, University of Cambridge
Jinfeng Zhou, China Biodiversity Conservation and Green Development Foundation
News: https://www.ieti.net/news/detail.aspx?id=372
2023 2nd IETI Green Development and Sustainability Award Winner(s):
Ramesh Agarwal, WashingtonUniversity in St. Louis, USA
Jing Sun, School of Medicine and Dentistry, Griffith University, Australia
News: https://www.ieti.net/news/detail.aspx?id=344
2022 IETI Green Development and Sustainability Award Winner(s):
M. James C. Crabbe, Wolfson College, University of Oxford, UK
News: https://www.ieti.net/news/detail.aspx?id=309