EkoAward is a scheme designed to bestow recognition to students in the field of environmental studies
What is the EkoAward?
EkoAward is a scheme designed to bestow recognition to outstanding students in the field of environmental studies. Through the Ekoaward, Ekonnect intends to serve as a source of inspiration and guidance to students at one of the most crucial junctures in their lives – career planning.
Who is the EkoAward intended for?
Conferred annually, the EkoAward is intended for Doctoral / Post-graduate / Diploma students of first and second year of study, pursuing specialization in subjects such as environmental science, engineering, policy, economics, management and planning from an Indian college / university.
Why apply for the EkoAward?
Securing an EkoAward bestows recognition to outstanding students in the environmental domain. It helps the Awardee “stand out” from the rest of the crowd, a crucial factor for securing admission to higher level studies abroad or even landing a job. Additionally, the various offerings of the EkoAward make it worthwhile to apply.
What does the EkoAward offer?
Keeping true to its intention of inspiring and guiding students in their career planning, EkoAward offers mentor support for the research project undertaken in association with college/university faculty. It also provides the Awardee with a choice between a paid internship of eight weeks with EMC and/or its partner organizations or the opportunity to enroll in one of our Finishing School programs free of participant charges.
How do I apply for the EkoAward?
The Application Form for the EkoAward is available here. You may view the MoU with EkoAwardees here .
Applications are reviewed by EMC and its Advisory Board comprising of eminent persons representing education, policy and regulatory bodies, financing institutions and the industry.
Advisory board members include:
- Deepak Kantawala, Ex-President, Indian Environmental Association
- Prasad Modak, Partner, Environmental Management Centre, Ex-Professor, Centre for Environmental Science and Engg, IIT, Bombay
- L Ramakrishnan, FIEMA, C Env., Regional Environmental Coordinator, BU: Lamps, Philips Lighting, Asia Pacific Region
- Hari Sankaran, Managing Director, Infrastructure Leasing & Financial Services Ltd
- Paritosh Tyagi, Ex-Chairman, Central Pollution Control Board, New Delhi
A maximum of 10 EkoAwards are announced for each year.
What are the other takeaways of the EkoAward?
An EkoAwardee is presented with the following resources as part of the Award:
• A one-time book grant for purchasing select books
• Counseling for higher education and/or towards securing a job
• Mentor support for the research project undertaken
• Choice between a free registration for a 4-day Finishing School or a paid Internship programme with EMC
Past winners of the EkoAward
Here are our previous EkoAwardees
Partner with Ekonnect for the EkoAward Programme
Ekonnect invites partnerships for the EkoAwards from business houses and the industry, as well as policy and regulatory bodies. Partners for the EkoAward Programme may contribute towards the EkoAwardee book grants, provide internships to the EkoAwardees at their companies / institutions, etc. To find out more, contact us.
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