The Prizes
The Lush Spring Prize 2019
For 2019, the prize categories again cover the ideas stage, through to young and established organisations, and campaigns to influence policy or public opinion towards a more regenerative society.
2019 Awards Shortlist
50 projects and organisations from around the world have been shortlisted for judging:
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Intentional Projects – 15 projects shortlisted for 4 awards of £10,000
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Young Projects – 15 projects shortlisted for 3 awards of £20,000
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Established Projects – 10 projects shortlisted for 2 awards of £25,000
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Influence Award – 10 projects shortlisted for 2 awards of £25,000
The winners will be announced in May.
Our diverse panel of judges comes from a wide spectrum of movements representing regenerative design, permaculture, food sovereignty, transition, biomimicry and eco-village networks.
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Intentional Projects
For individuals, groups or organisations with a great idea or early stage project less than 1 year old. There are 4 Intentional awards, each of £10,000 in prize money.
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Young Projects
For groups or organisations who are 1-5 years old and are looking for a boost to expand or develop their work. There are 3 Young Projects awards, each of £20,000 in prize money.
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Established Projects
For groups or organisations who are seen as beacons – ones that demonstrate success and are standing the test of time. There are 2 Established Projects awards, each of £25,000 in prize money.
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Influence Award
For groups or organisations that are campaigning or lobbying to influence policy, regulation or public opinion in support of regeneration. There are 2 Influence awards, each of £25,000 in prize money.
Chimwemwe Chima (left) and Gloria Banda (right) leave a Malawi Schools Permaculture Club teachers’ meeting, having collected their trees and tools for Luwazi school’s Permaculture club. Photo by Kate Walkom.
