# Eni Award 2026 ceremony

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> Updated: 2026-10-30T17:22:22.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

The 18th edition of the Eni Award was held at the Quirinale Palace in Rome, with attendance from Italian President Sergio Mattarella. The ceremony recognized scientific achievements in energy, decarbonization, and environmental protection.

Recipients were honored for various breakthroughs, including Professor Véronique Gouverneur for fluorine chemistry research that supports the circular economy and avoids toxic acid production. Other recognized innovations included the development of molecular structures designed to capture carbon dioxide and moisture from the air, as well as the catalytic recycling of polyethylene and polypropylene plastics. The event also featured the Eni Joule for Entrepreneurship special mention to recognize sustainable business ideas.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-30: Eni Award 2026 recognizes three environmental research innovations

The 2026 Eni Award ceremony at the Quirinale honored three scientific innovations in PFAS-free chemistry, CO2 capture, and plastic recycling to address climate and environmental challenges.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eni-award-2026-recognizes-three-environmental-research-innovations

### 2026-10-28: Eni Award 2026 honors scientific excellence in energy and decarbonization

President Sergio Mattarella presented the 2026 Eni Awards in Rome, honoring researchers for breakthroughs in energy transition and carbon capture.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eni-award-2026-honors-scientific-excellence-in-energy-and-decarbonization

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