Ross Center Prize for Cities – Sep 26

Posted by World Resources Institute on August 22, 2023

World Resources Institute invites applications for Ross Center Prize for Cities

World Resources Institute (WRI) invites applications for the fourth cycle of the Ross Center Prize for Cities, a global competition celebrating and spotlighting transformative urban change.

With the window for climate action rapidly closing this decade, the theme for this cycle is “Accelerating Momentum for Climate-Ready Communities.” WRI seeks initiatives that address the magnitude of climate challenges by increasing the speed, scope, and scale of action to create climate-ready cities and communities. The Prize for Cities will showcase exemplary urban projects as well as award $250,000 to one winner and $25,000 each to four runners-up.

The prize committee seeks projects that are helping to create vibrant, climate-ready communities by bringing people together and working to make a difference. Projects could potentially range from climate-resilient infrastructure to zero-carbon buildings to disaster preparedness training and beyond if they are replicable and scalable. The prize winner and finalists will exemplify qualities to be emulated. Projects representing a variety of sectors are encouraged to apply.

Businesses, NGOs, community groups, local governments, and collaborations of all types of organizations as well as individuals from the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors are eligible to apply.

For complete program guidelines and application instructions, see the Ross Center Prize for Cities website.

Deadline: September 26, 2023