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Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award – Fifth Edition
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Publish Date 7/12/2026 Application Deadline 9/30/2026 Opportunity Type Competitions Publisher Foras Khadra Available Countries All World, The Arab World, Palestine, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, United Arab Emirates, Oman, Yemen, Egypt, Sudan, Libya, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Mauritania, Djibouti, Somalia, Comoros Description

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award, organized by UAE Water Aid Foundation (Suqia UAE) under the umbrella of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, is one of the world's leading international awards promoting innovation in desalination and water production using renewable energy. The award recognizes individuals, institutions, researchers, companies, and research centers that develop innovative and sustainable technologies and solutions to address global water scarcity challenges, contributing to water security and sustainable development worldwide.
Details
  • The award is held every two years.
  • Total prize value: USD 1 million.
  • The award includes four main categories:
  • Innovative Projects Award.
  • Innovative Research and Development Award.
  • Innovative Individual Award.
  • Innovative Crisis Solutions Award.
  • Each category includes several subcategories for individuals, institutions, universities, research centers, and companies.
  • Applications must be submitted online through the official award website.
  • Projects must focus on sustainable water solutions, particularly desalination or water production using solar energy or other renewable energy sources.
  • Application requirements vary depending on the selected award category.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Open to individuals, institutions, universities, companies, and research centers worldwide.
  • The project or innovation must fall within one of the award categories.
  • The proposed solution must be innovative, practical, and demonstrate measurable impact.
  • Applicants must comply with the specific requirements of their chosen award category.
  • Some categories may require prototypes, validated results, or scientific publications.
  • All required documents must be submitted before the application deadline.
Opportunity Benefits
  • Total prize pool of USD 1 million distributed across the various award categories.
  • International recognition for winning projects and innovations.
  • Opportunity to showcase innovations before international experts and organizations.
  • Increased opportunities for collaboration with research and investment institutions.
  • Greater international visibility for participants and winning projects.
  • Support for innovation in water security and sustainability.
  • Expanded networking opportunities with researchers, experts, and international organizations working in the water sector.