Environment
Reduce the concentration of CO2 in the atmosphere
2008
Laureate: Francisco G. Mejia
Technology rewarded: a bio-composite based on the use of Guadua bamboo that can be used for building construction in tropical areas.
Energy
2006
Laureate: Rudy H.L van der Blom and the company Maxxun BV
Technology rewarded: A system for concentrating light rays to improve the performance and cost of solar panels.
Water quality and water access
1999
Laureate: Viviane Renaudin and the Centre International de l’eau (International water centre) of Nancy
Technology rewarded: A multi-effect evaporator with plates, for desalination of brackish or sea water (to increase access to potable water in developing countries).
The 2012 themes
Belgium
Technological innovation for a smarter mobility
France
Technological innovation and chronic deseases
Germany
Sustainovation: the key to improved eco-efficiency
Italy
Bio engineering and stemcells: ideas for life
Portugal
Innovation and technology promoting social inclusion
Spain
Technological innovation and sustainable mobility
United Kingdom
Embedded and Critical Systems
