Open Call - Green Journalism Award

01 October 2025

EU4Green is pleased to announce the Green Journalism Award, recognizing outstanding journalistic contributions on topics related to the green transition, the Green Agenda for the Western Balkans (GAWB), and pressing environmental issues in the region. This Award aims to raise public awareness, encourage journalistic excellence, and foster discussion about the environmental challenges and opportunities in the six Western Balkan economies. EU4Green is a regional project (2022–2025) implemented by the Environment Agency Austria. It is financed by the European Union together with the Austrian Development Agency. The project supports the six Western Balkan economies: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo*, Montenegro, North Macedonia, and Serbia, in advancing the Green Agenda by strengthening governance, aligning policies with EU standards, and enhancing regional cooperation for a more sustainable and climate-resilient future.

Submitted journalistic works should focus on one or more of the following topics, related to the Green Agenda for the Western Balkans and its impact on citizens:

• Clean air, water and soil – tackling pollution and protecting public health
• Biodiversity and nature – preserving ecosystems and species
• Sustainable farming and food – promoting climate-resilient agriculture
• Green economy – from recycling and circular solutions to green finance and investment
• Climate action – mitigation, adaptation and community resilience
• Cross-cutting and interdisciplinary perspectives (e.g., gender, inclusion, social equity) are strongly encouraged.

Application period: September 29 – October 9, 2025

Prize:  The author of the best-ranked journalistic work will receive a training course “Professional Certificate in Environmental Journalism”, delivered via London School of International Business – see Professional Certificate in Environmental Journalism – completed fully online.

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