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The Nobel Sustainability Trust (NST) is a non-governmental organization established in 2007 in Switzerland by members of the Nobel family, descendants of Ludvig Nobel, the brother of Alfred Nobel.[1] The Trust aims to promote sustainable development and recognize outstanding contributions in the fields of energy, water, agriculture, and sustainability leadership.
History
[edit]The organization was originally founded as the Nobel Charitable Trust before being renamed the Nobel Sustainability Trust in 2011 to better reflect its mission and focus on global sustainability.[2] The NST operates independently of the Nobel Foundation that awards the Nobel Prizes, although it was established by family members connected to the Nobel legacy.[3]
Mission
[edit]The NST's mission is to promote sustainable economic growth that preserves and enhances the planet's living systems. It focuses on:[4]
- Reducing climate change impacts through the promotion of non-polluting and renewable technologies.
- Accelerating the transition to sustainable societies by supporting initiatives that increase prosperity, improve governance, and enhance transparency.
- Creating a pollution-free and life-sustaining environment within the Earth's carrying capacity.
Awards
[edit]The Sustainability Awards are presented annually by the Nobel Sustainability Trust to recognize individuals, organizations, or companies for notable achievements in advancing sustainable development. These honours are awarded across several categories, each highlighting different contributions to environmental, social, and economic sustainability.
The award categories include:
- Award for Leadership in Implementation
- Award for Outstanding Research and Development
- Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Sustainability
The Leadership in Implementation and Outstanding Research and Development awards were introduced in 2023. Recipients are selected through a competitive process organized by the Institute for Advanced Study at the Technical University of Munich (TUM-IAS), involving international experts and scientific committees.[5]
The Medal for Outstanding Contribution to Sustainability, established in 2022, is awarded by the NST's founders and board of directors. It honours political and economic leaders whose long-term efforts have significantly advanced sustainability initiatives on a global scale.[6]
- Dr. Mathis Wackernagel: Recognized for co-developing the Ecological Footprint concept and co-founding the Global Footprint Network, contributing to the measurement and understanding of human impact on the planet. Global Footprint Network
- Prof. Klaus Butterbach-Bahl: Honoured for his research on nitrogen cycles and greenhouse gas emissions in agriculture, aiding in the development of sustainable agricultural practices.
- Prof. Jiuhui Qu: Awarded for developing comprehensive water treatment systems ensuring safe drinking water, impacting over 200 million people globally.[9]
- Prof. Elena Bou: Recognized for her contributions to promoting energy start-ups through her role at EIT InnoEnergy.[11]
- Lord Nicholas Stern: Honoured for his achievements relating to the economic aspects of climate change.
- Ban Ki-moon: Former UN Secretary-General, recognized for his role in advancing the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
- Claudia Sheinbaum: Current President of Mexico and Former Mayor of Mexico City, honoured for implementing policies that reduced carbon emissions and promoted urban resilience.
- Xie Zhenhua: Former Special Envoy for Climate Change for the People’s Republic of China, recognized for his significant contributions to global climate negotiations and for fostering international cooperation in sustainable development.
- Zheng Wu: Founder of the World Carbon Neutrality Council, honoured for his enduring efforts in promoting carbon neutrality and supporting international sustainability initiatives.
- Collin O’Mara: President and CEO of the National Wildlife Federation, recognized for his longstanding commitment to environmental protection and advancing global sustainability efforts.
Selection Process
[edit]The selection process for the Nobel Sustainability Trust Awards is coordinated by the Institute for Advanced Study at the Technical University of Munich (TUM-IAS) and involves a two-stage evaluation by independent expert committees.[14]
- The International Pre-Selection Committee comprises 10 to 15 internationally recognized professors, researchers, and entrepreneurs. These experts are appointed annually by the NST and TUM-IAS, based on the thematic focus of that year’s awards.
- The TUM Final Selection Committee includes faculty members from various schools and departments within TUM. The committee members are selected for their expertise in sustainability-related research and entrepreneurship.
Summits
[edit]The NST organizes annual Sustainability Summits to facilitate dialogue among global leaders, policymakers, and innovators. These events aim to address pressing environmental challenges and promote sustainable solutions.
Held on November 30, 2021, in Bergen, Norway, this inaugural summit combined online and offline meetings. It featured dialogues between think tanks, experts, scholars, and business leaders, discussing the establishment of the Nobel Sustainability Prize, the formation of an expert review group, and the principles and focus areas of the award.
The second annual summit took place on November 21, 2022, at Palais Brongniart in Paris, France. Supported by local sponsor GL events, the summit focused on "Energy and Water" and was broadcast worldwide over social media. Keynote speaker Professor Stanley Whittingham, a 2019 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, addressed the development of lithium-ion batteries.
In 2023, the NST held its annual summit in Munich, Germany, continuing its tradition of bringing together international experts to discuss sustainable development.
2024 San Francisco Summit[18]
[edit]The 2024 summit was hosted at the University of California, Berkeley, from November 20 to 21. It attracted over 150 speakers and guests worldwide, including representatives from the United Nations, government agencies, academia, and industry leaders. The summit focused on sustainable development and announced the winners of the 2024 Nobel Sustainability Awards.[19]
Scheduled for December 2025, the upcoming summit will be held at the historic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami, Florida. The event will coincide with the presentation of the 2025 Nobel Sustainability Trust Awards, recognizing exemplary achievements in energy, water, and agriculture. The summit aims to convene international leaders across policy, academia, science, business, and philanthropy to advance sustainable solutions.
Governance
[edit]The NST is governed by a board comprising members of the Nobel family. As of recent records, Peter Nobel serves as the Chairman of the Trust.[21]
The NST operates as an independent non-profit foundation, legally registered in Zurich, Switzerland.[22][23]
Tracy J. Wang serves as the C.E.O of the NST.[24]
References
[edit]- ^ "History". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "About Us". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ Foundation, Nobel Sustainability Trust. "Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation Paris Summit". www.newswire.ca. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Nobel Sustainability Trust". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Nobel Sustainability Trust". www.ias.tum.de (in German). 2025-06-04. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Awards". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "The Sustainability Award 2024". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ Media (2024-10-01). "Nobel Sustainability Trust Bestows Sustainability Awards upon our Co-Founder Mathis Wackernagel". Global Footprint Network. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ 关晓萌. "Chinese scientist's water research gains global recognition". www.chinadaily.com.cn. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "The Sustainability Award 2023". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ Innovation Newsnetwork (31 October 2023). "EIT InnoEnergy's Elena Bou to receive inaugural Nobel Sustainability Trust Awards prize".
- ^ "The Sustainability Medal 2024". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "The Sustainability Medal 2022". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "2024 Award Committees". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Bergen Summit 2021". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Paris Summit 2022". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Munich Summit 2023". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "San Francisco Summit 2024". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ Newsfile Corp. (February 6, 2025). "2024 Nobel Sustainability Trust Summit and the First Nobel DAO Future Technology Conference Successfully Held at UC Berkeley".
- ^ tracy880216 (2025-05-19). "Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation to Present 2025 Sustainability Awards in Miami". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ "Contact". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ ""The Nobel Sustainability Trust" Foundation". www.fundraiso.ch. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "'The Nobel Sustainability Trust' Foundation". Moneyhouse. Retrieved 2025-06-03.
- ^ "Contact". NST (in Swedish). Retrieved 2025-06-03.