
About the Prize
The Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability is more than an award; it is a call to action, encouraging authors and thinkers to contribute to the vital discourse on sustaining our planet for future generations.
This annual award acknowledges outstanding contributions to the global discourse on environmental sustainability, with a specific focus on books that have a substantial impact on the public's understanding of these crucial issues.
2025 Submission FormThe Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability is more than an award; it is a call to action, encouraging authors and thinkers to contribute to the vital discourse on sustaining our planet for future generations.
We are now accepting submissions for the 2025 Penn Libraries Books Prize in Sustainability. To be considered, books should contribute to the global discourse on environmental sustainability, and particularly to the public’s understanding of these important issues.
Meet the jurors for the Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability.