Recognizing innovation, collaboration, and impact in water
LIGHTHOUSE LEADERSHIP AWARDS
The Lighthouse Awards, established by the Brave Blue World Foundation, shine a light on pioneering partnerships driving meaningful change in the global water sector. These awards celebrate companies and collaborations that are bold, forward-looking, and committed to making a measurable difference.
If your organization has worked collaboratively with a technology company or utility to improve water outcomes — through innovation, sustainability, circularity, or community impact — we want to hear your story.
Ready to Shine a Light on Your Work?
If your organization is helping reshape the future of water through innovation, sustainability, or partnership — we want to hear from you.
Nominate your project for the 2025 Lighthouse Awards and join a global movement spotlighting breakthrough water solutions.
Fill out the form below to submit your project.
Key Dates for the 2025 Lighthouse Awards
Mark your calendars! Below you’ll find the essential milestones for this year’s awards — from submission deadlines to our grand announcement at Climate Week NYC.
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April 14, 2025
We begin accepting nominations for outstanding water innovation projects. Submit early to ensure ample time for review and outreach.
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July 12, 2025
This is the final date to nominate a project. Late submissions will not be accepted, so make sure your form is completed by this deadline.
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August 29, 2025
A curated longlist of nominees will be published on our website and shared with our global network of water sector partners and press.
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September 2025 – Climate Week NYC
Award winners will be revealed during Climate Week in New York City. Selected projects will be showcased through Brave Blue World platforms.
“WE ENVISION A DAY WHEN EVERYBODY HAS ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION AND WE ENVISION THAT IN OUR LIFETIME. HOW LUCKY ARE WE, THAT WE’RE THE ONES THAT GET TO SOLVE THIS.”
— Matt Damon, Actor and Co-Founder Water.org