ECO-UNESCO's Young Environmentalist Awards

ECO-UNESCO’s Young Environmentalist Awards (YEA) is an all-Ireland programme that rewards and recognises young people aged between 10-18 who take environmental action. Since its inception in 1999, YEA has involved over 70,000 young people across Ireland.

Young Environmentalist Awards Final Showcase 2026

Tuesday May 12th, 2026 at the Concert Hall, RDS Dublin

Explore More About the YEA!

Discover who we are, what we do, and how you can be part of it.

About

Learn what the Young Environmentalist Awards are all about

Register Here

Register your interest for 2026/2027!

Submitting Your Project

Want to know how to submit your project and the judging process?

ECO-Dens

Regional Dragons’ Den style judging events. Take a look at what’s in store!

Final Award Ceremony

The YEA journey finishes with the Showcase & Final Award Ceremony. See more here!

Resources

Explore the host of resources to support you and your YEA project.

Contact Us

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Archive

Look at YEA through the years