RELX Environmental Challenge 2026

The RELX Environmental Challenge 2026 is a skill-based competition where participants submit proposals that advance access to safe water and/or sanitation where it is at risk. The 2026 edition features an expanded prize structure with two $75,000 awards for different categories, plus additional benefits such as free access to ScienceDirect for one year for winners.

Two $75,000 awards (one for Clean Water or Sanitation, one for Ocean-related innovation) plus one-year free access to ScienceDirect; additional recognition through the RELX Environmental Challenge.

Open to individuals and organisations operating in both the not-for-profit and for-profit sectors.

Submit proposals outlining innovative ideas that advance water and sanitation access or ocean health; apply via the provided application platform.