This prize encourages the initiative and involvement of school and university students in community-oriented, non-profit projects.

The most innovative projects are rewarded, provided theycontribute to sustainable development in the scope of the three major areas of action of the Foundation: outreach, workforce development and environmental conservation.

What do the winners of the student solidarity prize receive?

Financial support in the form of a grant: the jury shares a total grant of 15,000 euros, among three winners.

Technical support in the form of skills: thanks to the employee skills-based volunteering program involving the employees of the Veolia Environnement Group in France and internationally.

The time-table

• Closure of the call for projects: April 30, 2011
• Awards ceremony: June 16, 2011