Vote now to pick winner of this year’s photo competition Public Choice Award

Every year, the EEA organises a photo competition to raise awareness of an environmental issue.

The 2026 edition of the EEA photo competition invited citizens across Europe to capture the many ways nature sustains life, responds to pressures and recovers in a changing world. 

Out of thousands of amazing entries we received, a total of 47 finalists have been shortlisted across four thematic categories (Harmony, Disruption, Renewal and Youth). A separate jury, composed of communication experts, will select the winners in each thematic category.  

The finalists are also competing for the Public Choice Award — and this is where your votes matter. The finalist with the highest number of votes will win this award.

Voting is easy. Simply use the online voting form, select as many photos as you like and submit your vote. But you can vote only once! 

The public vote is open to 27 September. All the winners will be announced on Friday, 9 October.