Being a voting delegate at Ocean Exchange reminded me why I do this work—watching students and industry leaders alike push the boundaries of what’s possible for ocean health and the blue economy. Deep thanks to Moffatt & Nichol for supporting our time and commitment.
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The Ocean Exchange Collegiate Awards are now open for 2026.
Scroll down for information on the 2026 Neptune Awards, which have closed for 2026.
Collegiate Awards
Open to North America:
- 2x Ocean Exchange Collegiate Awards – $10,000 USD Each
- 1x Guy Harvey Foundation Collegiate Award – $10,000 USD
New This Year – Open Only to Florida Students:
- 1x Florida Ocean Economy Collegiate Award – $10,000 USD
For award definitions and full qualification details see the 2026 Collegiate Call for Solutions.
Deadline for 2026 Entries: 11:59pm GMT, September 16
Exchange Dates: October 25th – 27th in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Neptune Awards & Florida Environmental Impact Awards
Applications now closed for 2026. Thank you to all who applied!
Announcing three $100,000 USD non-dilutive Ocean Exchange Neptune Awards for 2026, based on Innovation, Impact, & Execution.
New! 2x $50,000 USD Florida Environmental Impact Awards
Applications are open to solutions worldwide that demonstrate applicability to Florida. Eligible applicants may be considered for both an Ocean Exchange Neptune Award and a Florida Environmental Impact Award.
Deadlines for All Entries Varies Regionally:
- Asia & Oceania – (new date) June 22, 11:59pm GMT
- Europe, Middle East, & Africa – July 10, 11:59pm GMT
- The Americas – August 7, 11:59pm GMT
Semifinalists will be selected to participate in an additional round of review.
Finalists will present at Ocean Exchange, October 25th – 27th in Fort Lauderdale, FL


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Ocean Exchange invites you to learn more about Awards Program, our ecosystem and success of our award winners and participants. Together, we can chart a powerful course to help ensure the future of our oceans and the Blue Economy.


