Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ‘environmental emergency’?
An environmental emergency can be generally defined as a sudden onset of a disaster or an accident resulting from natural, technological or human-induced factors, or a combination of these, that cause or threaten to cause severe environmental damage as well as harm to human health and/or livelihoods, as well as to property.
What is AGEE?
The Advisory Group on Environmental Emergencies (AGEE) was established in 1995, at the recommendation of governments. It is an inter-governmental consultative mechanism that brings together disaster managers and environmentalists from developed and developing countries to exchange ideas and experiences on global environmental emergency response and preparedness issues.
What does the Award entail?
The award consists of a trophy that is presented to the winners in a solemn ceremony.
The Award Ceremony will be held in conjunction with the 9th meeting of the international Advisory Group on Environmental Emergencies (AGEE) from 18-20 May 2011 in Bern, Switzerland.
Can I nominate myself?
Yes. You may choose to nominate yourself, your own organisation, or a third party whom you believe should receive recognition. See the Award categories for more information.
When will the awardees be notified?
The winners will be notified by the end of March 2011, upon completion of the selection procedure by the judging panel.
Will my travel expenses to the ceremony be covered?
Yes, travel expenses to receive the award will be covered. In the event that awardees are not able to attend the award ceremony, announcement of their selection will still be part of the ceremony and any public information activities.
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