Now in its 16th year, The Environmental Photographer of the Year competition showcases the most inspirational environmental photography from around the world. The award celebrates humanity’s ability to survive and innovate and showcases thought-provoking images that call attention to our impact and inspire us to live sustainably.

All photographs submitted must have been taken after 1 January 2022. Each entrant may submit a maximum of three photos.

Some digital adjustment or editing is allowed, but entrants should understand that the objective is to remain faithful to the original experience and to never deceive the viewer or misrepresent reality.

Entrants must be the sole author and owner of the copyright for all the entries they submit, or they must have obtained permission from the copyright holder to submit the entries on their behalf. The photographers retains the copyright to all their entries.

There is no entry fee.