The Kyoto World Water Grand Prize (“the Grand Prize”) is a prestigious international award that recognizes grassroots organizations in developing countries for their outstanding achievements in addressing water-related challenges. The award aims to encourage and support the continued development of their activities.
Established in 2003 by the City of Kyoto and the World Water Council to commemorate the 3rd World Water Forum held in Kyoto, Japan, the Grand Prize has since been awarded every three years during the World Water Forum—the largest global event in the water sector, attracting over 75,000 participants from more than 160 countries.
Award recipients are selected based on a concept inspired by the resilience and historical development of Kyoto—a city that has harmonized tradition and innovation while recovering from natural disasters and epidemics. The prize honors initiatives that reflect the unique social and cultural characteristics of local communities and contribute to the sustainable development of their regions.
Upcoming! Kyoto World Water Grand Prize 2027, Riyadh
Applications
Coming Soon…
We are preparing to launch the next call for applications for the Kyoto World Water Grand Prize. Details will be announced soon—stay tuned!
Awarding Ceremony
➤Title: Kyoto World Water Grand Prize 2027 (Awarding Ceremony to be held at the 11th World Water Forum)
➤Date: March 2027 (tentative)
➤Venue: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
➤Expected Attendance: 75,000 participants from 160 countries (based on 10th World Water Forum)
