Organizer 

Federal Ministry for the Environment (BMUV), German Environment Agency (UBA), International Design Center Berlin (IDZ)

Location 

Germany (European market)

Deadline

April 17, 2026 (extended from April 2)

Competition Category

Product: Market-ready products in/for European market
Service: Services and system solutions
Concept: Forward-looking model projects and ideas
Young Talent: Student works and graduates within one year

Eligibility

Product/Service/Concept: Companies, designers, studios (European market focus)
Young Talent: Students and graduates within one year (free entry)
University location need not be in Germany

Entry Fee 

Based on company size:

Up to 10 employees: €300
11-50 employees: €600
51-250 employees: €900
Over 250 employees: €1,800
Young Talent: Free

Prizes/Awards

Award presented by Federal Environment Minister
Official certificate and personalized trophy
Use of official logo for communication
Award ceremony with ~200 guests
Young Talent: €1,000 cash prize
One-year touring exhibition
Joint press releases

Core Introduction 

Germany's highest state award for ecological design since 2012. Recognizes durable and recyclable products, processes and systems contributing to sustainable transformation. Environmental and design aspects equally weighted—true ecodesign combines environmental benefits with excellent design.