Reflecting on the significance of this award, Emilio said: “It is a great honour receiving this award, which confirms the relevance of promoting scientific research to better understand environmental problems, but also the need to connect science and ethics to overcome those attitudes that prevent the required changes in personal habits and social structures that cause those problems”
Dr Celia Deane-Drummond commented: “We are honoured and thrilled that Emilio Chuvieco has achieved this prestigious research recognition for his achievements in environmental protection. Emilio is the most decorated graduate student affiliated with the Laudato Si Research Institute, and we are pleased to support his intention to complete a DPhil in Theology that will serve to complement his already outstanding career in the environmental sciences. As LSRI is a multidisciplinary research institute focused on socio-ecological issues, his presence brings valued expertise to our existing team.”
In addition to Environmental Protection, the 2022 Rey Jaime I Awards were given in the following categories:
- Basic Research (Jesús María Sanz Serna)
- Economics (Marta Reynal-Querol)
- Clinical Medicine (Antonio M. de Lacy Fortuny)
- New Technologies (Montserrat Calleja Gómez)
- Entrepreneurship (Ángela Pérez Pérez)