ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AWARD:
Through the Environmental Research Award initiative, Native Green Foundation aims to recognise young minds engaged in environment-related research at the grassroot level and encourage more youth to contribute positively to the environment. The initiative aims to provide a platform for the young researchers to show their talent and creativity in the field of research and challenge themselves to solve real world environmental issues and create a better world.
WINNERS OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AWARD 2026
| AWARD | RESEARCHER NAME | INSTITUTION | RESEARCH TOPIC |
|---|---|---|---|
| WINNER | Maxstone Irom | St Edmund’s College, Shillong, Meghalaya | A comparative analysis of climate change and Its effects on mental health in urban and rural Meghalaya |
| RUNNER-UP | Rohit Singha | St Edmund’s College, Shillong, Meghalaya | AI-driven discovery, authentication, and sustainable propagation of high-value medicinal plants of Meghalaya |
| RUNNER-UP | Savanna Snaitang | Martin Luther Christian University, Shillong, Meghalaya | Farmers’ perspective on the effects of climate change on agriculture in East Khasi Hills District, Meghalaya |
The Native Green Foundation congratulates all the researchers and thanks them for their contributions to the environment.
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AWARD CEREMONY
On May 23, 2026, we had the pleasure of honouring the awardees of our Environmental Research Award 2026 at St. Edmund’s College, Shillong. Every awardee was presented with a memento, a certificate, and an appreciation letter from the President of the Native Green Foundation. Additionally, the winner was honoured with a cash prize of INR 5,000.
We extend our heartiest thanks to St. Edmund’s College, Shillong, for hosting us and their excellent hospitality.
The Native Green Foundation hopes to be able to bring the second edition of the Environmental Research Award in 2027 and continue to encourage the young researchers of the nation.
Mr. Akash Kalita and Mr. Uddipaan Hazarika honouring the awardees on behalf of the Native Green Foundation in the presence of St. Edmund’s College’s team.
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