Build Up Nepal wins Zayed Sustainability Prize 2026
Summary
Nepal-based social enterprise Build Up Nepal won the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2026 for its low-carbon, earthquake-resistant eco-bricks helping build over 12,000 resilient homes.
Key Points
- Build Up Nepal has been awarded the Zayed Sustainability Prize 2026 in the Climate Action category.
- The prize recognizes their production of low-carbon, earthquake-resistant eco-bricks and impact on sustainable construction.
- Build Up Nepal has produced 3.3 million eco-bricks, built more than 12,000 resilient homes, and created about 2,000 green jobs.
- The award was presented by UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
- Nepal's Ambassador to the UAE, Tej Bahadur Chhetri, and Build Up Nepal's Managing Director Bjorn Soderberg attended the ceremony.
