World Energy Awards Approach September 22 Submission Deadline

The prestigious World Energy Awards, which celebrate the outstanding
achievements of individuals or organizations in securing a more
sustainable energy future, are approaching the submission deadline of
September 22. The awards will be announced on October 19 in front of
thousands of world leaders in government, business, academics, and
finance at the World
Energy Forum in New York City.

Since its inception in 2008, the awards program has recognized some of
the most innovative and visionary leaders in global energy
sustainability. The program accepts submissions across five categories:

• World Energy Policy: Presented to a
  government official or a head of state for leading national policy
  that promotes economic, social, and human development of national
  population, while preserving natural environment or developing sound
  energy policies.
• World Energy Technology Innovation:
  Presented to organization or individual for technological breakthrough
  and innovation that addresses energy accessibility, efficiency, and
  sustainability.
• World Energy Best Practice: Presented to
  an exemplary public private partnership or international collaboration
  for energy, water, and environmental projects of global significance.
• World Energy Humanitarian: Presented to
  individuals or organizations who exemplify the use of energy or water
  for humanitarian cause.
• World Energy Environment: Presented to
  individuals who exemplify the stewardship of the national environment.

Past awards recipients have improved the lives of millions of people
with the development of more sustainable ways to power the planet.
Previous award winners include:

• Engineers without Borders for technology innovation;
• Government of Vietnam for development of a leading biogas project;
• President of the Republic of Korea for environmental stewardship; and
• Dubai Electricity and Water Authority for collaborative project.

Entries should outline the nominee’s achievements or project
innovations, via a word document of up to 1,000 words; include up to
three photos of the nominee or project and contact information of the
nominator. The submission must also clearly state that the photos can be
used by the World Energy Forum. Send the nomination materials to award@worldeforum.org.

The judging panel consists of the members of the Board of Trustees of
World Energy Forum and prominent global experts in energy, water and
environment. Additional information about the awards program is
available at www.wef2016.org/program/2016-world-energy-awards.

About World Energy Forum

The World Energy Forum is the world’s premier platform for energy
leadership, providing a forum for world leaders and experts to
collaborate on sustainable solutions to global energy issues. The World
Energy Forum represents the interests of business and governments of
every size and region to promote strategic relationships and translate
ideas into a global marketplace. Access to modern energy services and
water are essential for economic and social development worldwide. This
year’s campaign of “energy for all” focuses on policy, technology and
finance to enhance the global economy, create a sustainable future and
deliver the hopes and aspirations of all nations and peoples. World
Energy Day, celebrated annually on October 22, was established in 2012
by the World Energy Forum to raise awareness of global energy-related
issues.

To register for the World Energy Forum, visit www.wef2016.org/register/.

Corporate, academic and government leaders interested in speaking
contact Cristina Cotto-Anderson at CCAnderson@mse-management.com
or (203) 545-6597.

Organizations interested in exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities
contact Bob Ball at bball@mse-management.com
or (203) 622-7019.

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