Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award 2026

About

The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Water Award 2026 invites universities, research centers, companies, and innovators worldwide to submit their innovative solutions addressing global water crises, with a total prize pool of approximately $1 million across various categories, providing recognition and networking opportunities in the water technology sector.

Benefits

• 💰 Financial Support
• Total prize money of approximately $1 million across four award categories
• 🎓 Recognition
• Global recognition for innovative solutions addressing water crises
• 🏆 Award Categories
• Includes awards for innovative projects, research, individual contributions, and crisis solutions
• 🌐 Networking Opportunities
• Connect with industry leaders and stakeholders in the water technology sector
• 📈 Impact on Sustainability
• Contributes to global sustainable development goals through innovative water solutions

Eligibility Criteria

• 🌍 Geographic Eligibility
• Open to applicants from around the world without specific regional restrictions
• 🏢 Legal Status
• Open to universities, research centers, companies, organizations, and innovators
• 💼 Business Stage
• Applicable to startups and established entities involved in water resource innovation
• 💰 Financial Requirements
• No specific financial criteria mentioned, but projects should focus on innovative solutions
• 👥 Team Requirements
• Encourages collaboration among diverse teams including researchers and entrepreneurs

Participation Commitments

• 📍 Application Submission
• Must submit a detailed application by the deadline of April 30, 2026
• 🎤 Presentation Requirement
• Potential requirement to present innovative solutions to a panel of judges

Target Region

Open to global participants without regional restrictions

Target Sector

Focused on water resource innovation and green technology