The Zayed Sustainability Prize is an organization established by the United Arab Emirates to recognize and support innovative sustainability solutions. This global award empowers changemakers and amplifies their impact on global challenges such as health, food, energy, water, climate action, and education. Since its inception in 2008, the prize has positively impacted the lives of millions of people by supporting projects that promote environmental sustainability and human development. The UAE’s Founding Father, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, was known for being a visionary leader whose contributions changed the course of history for the UAE, the Gulf region, and the wider world. He looked beyond the borders of the UAE, providing support to those who needed it most, regardless of geography, race, gender, or religion. The UAE’s deep-rooted sustainability values are due largely to Sheikh Zayed’s commitment to conservation and protection, and many of the programs that he initiated to preserve the environment are still in place today. Paying tribute to his legacy, the Prize has been recognizing and rewarding sustainability pioneers since 2008.