The winners of the 2025 Environmental Photographer of the Year (EPOTY) competition have now been announced. This year there were four themes:
- From Source to Sea – working at different scales
- Inspired by Nature – fighting back together
- Deluge or Drought – the environment’s changing face
- Models of Stewardship – who, where, and how we benefit
The winning entry, Too Much of a Good Thing by J Henry Fair, draws attention to the issues of phosphate and fertiliser production and pollution. The four category winners feature stunning images of wetlands and salt ponds, each with a powerful environmental story to tell.
The competition, which has now been running for 18 years, presents inspirational environmental photography from around the world, showcasing thought-provoking photos that celebrate humanity’s ability to adapt and innovate, raising awareness of the issues that put our planet at risk, and highlighting more sustainable approaches.
The competition is free to enter and open to people of any age and from all corners of the globe, including amateur and professional photographers. The winner receives a £1k cash priz, with the award publicise by an interview in CIWEM’s Environment Magazine and through supporting organisations Arup and Brave Blue World Foundation. For more information see here.