The honorary prize has been awarded annually since its inception in 2000 with an aim to encourage and reward improved business performance, production and innovation to reduce industrial water consumption and pollution.
[1] The prize was established by the Stockholm Water Foundation in collaboration with the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences and the World Business Council for Sustainable Development.
2011 Nestlé, Switzerland For "its unwavering commitment, establishing itself as a leader in smart water management, and providing an example for other food producers and distributors to follow."
2004 Staple Fibre Division of Grasim Industries, India For showing that a market leading manufacturer based in a developing country can significantly reduce its water usage, improve its overall environmental impact and be profitable.
2000 Northumbrian Water, England For their forward looking initiative at achieving a regional solution to sewage treatment and disposal, in co-operation with local government and regulatory agencies, businesses and other non-governmental organisations.