## Our process

The GAEA Awards follow an independent process from collecting nominations, to shortlisting finalists, to selecting the awardees. We engage global leaders from science, business, philanthropy, government and youth in a rigorous review of the world's most inspiring collaborations for systemic climate and nature action, ensuring the highest level of excellence in every solution we identify.


## Discover all stakeholders involved in our process below


## Frequently Asked Questions

*Common questions and answers*


## GAEA Awards 2026


## Timeline

*Chronological events and milestones*


## How we recognize and support the awardees

The awardees of the first edition of the GAEA Awards were spotlighted on the global stage at the World Economic Forum 2025 Annual Meeting, highlighting their leadership and elevating their solutions among a diverse audience of leaders across sectors.Awardees are now embarking on tailored journeys to expand their capabilities and accelerate their impact.

[Discover our awardee journey](https://initiatives.weforum.org/admin-panel/6dffd98f-9e37-4d1b-a5ea-b0e8fb115a46/pages/gaea-awards-prize)


## Watch last year's ceremony here

On 23 January 2025, the inaugural GAEA Awards were held in Davos to celebrate some of the world’s most impactful and innovative partnerships, working across borders, sectors and industries to address the climate and nature crises.


### Get involved!

Do you want to learn more about the GAEA Awards, help us identify groundbreaking partnerships, or partner with us to support our awardees and community?

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