BLUE WORLD invites you to apply for the Valerie Taylor Ocean Prizes
Igniting wonder, action and support across NSW for ocean and coastal protection, through restoration, engagement, education and creativity.
Prizes: Cash Prizes of $30,000
50 Wilderlab e-dna kits have kindly been donated by WILDERLAB, for marine conservation campaigning and ocean literacy/ education projects. This donation is valued at $14,500.
The easy-to-use eDNA kits require no specialised training or equipment, and are ideal for a range of applications including conservation and education. The unique on-site processing system avoids the need to keep samples cold. The small, lightweight samples can be sent by post to New Zealand for processing.
The aims of the Valerie Taylor Ocean Prizes
• To make a direct impact on ocean protection and restoration.
• To interest, inform and activate our communities to protect and care for our ocean.
This includes NSW marine and harbour eco-systems, marine species, coastal habitats and seabirds.
Entries close 11.59pm 30 June 2025
Winners will be announced as part of our Science Week celebrations in August
We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the waters and land where we live, work, learn, swim and draw inspiration. We pay our respects to elders past, present and future. We undertake to care for the coast and waters.