New Standard Chartered Climate Award Announced

Followers of the prestigious Standard Chartered Photographer of the Year competition will have an exciting opportunity this year to explore an expanded collection of exceptional photography, thanks to the introduction of the new Standard Chartered Climate Award.

This groundbreaking award, launched in 2024, leverages the power of photography to raise public awareness about the pressing issue of climate change. With a prize of £1,000, the award will be presented to the photographer whose work most effectively combines compelling storytelling about climate change with outstanding photographic skill.

The Standard Chartered Climate Award was created to underscore the connection between weather patterns and the broader impacts of climate change, illustrating how these global shifts affect our daily lives. Photography, as a powerful visual medium, provides a unique platform to communicate these complex narratives, highlighting the urgent need for action. The Standard Chartered Climate Award aims to spotlight these vital stories, encouraging photographers to capture and share images that not only provoke thought but also inspire change.

The winner of the Standard Chartered Climate Award, selected by a panel of expert judges, will be announced on 30 October 2024, alongside the winners of the Main, Smartphone, Young, and Public Vote categories. 

In addition, a dedicated Climate Award gallery will be available on the RMetS website from November 2024 onward. This gallery will feature a curated selection of images from this year's competition, accompanied by detailed information and stories that bring climate change into sharp focus.

For more information about the new Standard Chartered Climate Award, please contact weatherphotographer@rmets.org