“Art on Climate” International Illustration Competition
Since its inception in Spain in 2019, the “Art on Climate” competition has evolved from a regional project into a significant global movement. Over the past seven years, it has become a powerful platform for creators worldwide to express the urgency of environmental stewardship. This momentum reached new heights in 2025, where the campaign saw record-breaking engagement with over 3,500 artworks and videos submitted by more than 2,600 illustrators across 100 different locations. As we move forward, the competition continues to expand its reach across the Asia-Pacific region, bringing together professional and emerging talents to use their creative voices for climate action.
With over two decades of leadership in sustainable investing, AllianzGI has evolved from a pioneer in ESG integration to an active driver of the global climate transition. As an early signatory of the UN PRI in 2007, we have moved beyond simply incorporating sustainability into our decisions to actively financing the solutions that secure a resilient future. Today, our mission is centered on “real-world impact” — using active stewardship and impact investing to generate enduring value for our clients and the global community. We cordially invite you to join the “Art on Climate” competition as we collaboratively visualise and shape a sustainable path forward.
Competition Theme: Climate Change
Participants are invited to submit original works on the theme of “climate change”. Participants should draw inspiration from one or more of the following topics as a starting point of their artworks:
Statements:
- Driving the Climate Transition for Resilient Communities
Climate change is no longer a distant risk but a call for an active global transition. To ensure long-term stability, we must move beyond merely identifying threats toward financing and implementing solutions that build resilient communities. This topic explores how we can navigate the “moment of truth” by turning climate challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth and community strength.
- Respecting Planetary Boundaries to Protect Biodiversity
To maintain a stable environment, we must operate within the Earth’s environmental limits. This topic focuses on protecting our natural capital and reversing biodiversity loss. By respecting these planetary boundaries, we can ensure that our transition to a low-carbon economy does not come at the expense of our vital ecosystems, fostering a future where nature and humanity thrive in balance.
- Fostering Inclusive Capitalism for a Just Transition
To deliver enduring value, sustainability must be inclusive, ensuring that decarbonisation efforts do not come at the expense of social stability. Inclusive capitalism seeks to balance financial returns with a “Just Transition” – ensuring that the move toward a green economy creates fair opportunities and social value for everyone. This topic invites creators to visualise a world where sustainable investing supports a society that is both environmentally sound and socially equitable.
- Financing Innovation and Technology for Real-World Impact
Technology and innovation act as the primary catalyst for a sustainable global economy. By directing capital toward breakthrough environmental solutions and digital efficiencies, we can accelerate the decarbonisation of our world. This theme focuses on the role of purposeful innovation in bridging the gap between our current climate reality and a net-zero future.
- Collective Action for a Sustainable Legacy
Achieving a sustainable future requires more than individual effort; it demands a unified global commitment. By aligning our investment decisions, corporate governance, and daily actions, we can drive the systemic change needed to protect our planet. This topic highlights the power of collective responsibility in securing a prosperous and stable legacy for the generations to come.
Important Dates
- Register and upload artwork: from 18 May 2026 to 31 July 2026 inclusive
- Results announcement: winners will be notified by email, and results will be announced on this page by 30 September 2026
Eligibility
Any person aged 18 or above*, from any location, is eligible to participate.
*Aged 18 or above on 17 May 2026
Artwork Specifications
- Must be original works relevant to the theme of the competition and submitted by participants on an individual basis.
- Each participant may submit up to three illustrations and three animated videos.
- The submitted illustration(s) or animated video(s) must not have been previously published or used for any other purpose, and must not have been previously awarded or currently participating in other competition selections.
- Submissions must not include any signatures, words, symbols, pictures, or voiceovers (for animated videos) that identify the participants.
- Each illustration or animated video must be accompanied by a short description (minimum 30 words, maximum 100 words).
Illustration Category
- The artwork(s) must be in a flat image and created in colour.
- The artwork(s) can be created using any medium, including painting, computer software, and mixed media. However, artworks generated by artificial intelligence are not accepted. The use of photographs and clip art is prohibited.
- Should be in A3 size (297mm x 420mm), in either horizontal or vertical format.
- Must be uploaded in JPG format, with a resolution of no less than 300 dpi, and the total size of each entry should be no more than 10MB.
Animated Video Category
- The animated video(s) must be between 10 and 15 seconds long.
- The aspect ratio should be either 9:16 (vertical, minimum resolution 1080X1920 pixels) or 1:1 (square, minimum resolution of 1080X1080 pixels).
- Must be uploaded in MP4 or MOV format, with the total file size for each submitted animated video no more than 30MB.
- Any production techniques or tools may be used, provided the work is original.
- Background music is preferred and must not have any copyright issues.
- Voiceovers are not allowed. Any text on the video, including but not limited to captions, subtitles, must be in English.
Selection Criteria
Illustration Category
- Creativity and artistic quality of the work: 50 points
- Relevance to the theme of the Competition: 40 points
- Creative language: 10 points
Animated Video Category
- Creativity and artistic quality of the work: 40 points
- Relevance to the theme of the Competition: 40 points
- Technical skills: 10 points
- Creative language: 10 points
Awards and exhibition
All winners will receive a customised award certificate by email.
The winning illustrations and animated videos will be put on display in a virtual exhibition.
Illustration Category#
Champion (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 2,000
1st runner-up (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 1,500
2nd runner-up (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 1,000
Merit (twenty): e-certificate and prize of EUR 150
Animated Video Category^
Champion (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 2,000
1st runner-up (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 1,500
2nd runner-up (one): e-certificate and prize of EUR 1,000
- # 23 winning illustrations will be selected based on the 100-point scale that judges used for rating. The three artworks that received the highest number of points will be ranked as Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up accordingly, whereas the other 20 selected winning artworks will be ranked as Merit.
- ^ 3 winning animated videos will be selected based on the 100-point scale that judges used for rating. The three artworks that received the highest number of points will be ranked as Champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up accordingly.
Register and Upload Artwork NOW: Competition Link
