National Grid’s competition, Voices for a Green Future.

The competition gives young people aged 7 to 15 the opportunity to have their voices heard by world leaders at COP26 in Glasgow later this year.

Applicants have until Tuesday 17th August to answer the following question: “If you were in charge of the country, what would you do to help look after the planet?” via a 200-word submission. Ten entrants will then be shortlisted and filmed presenting their 200-word submission. The videos will be shared with an esteemed judging panel, including Countryfile TV presenter Helen Skelton. Four winners – two primary school and two secondary school winners – will be announced to the public on 20th October and have their speeches delivered digitally at COP26. They will also win £150 worth of National Book Tokens and STEM-related science toys, as well as a £5,000 grant for their school, to use towards STEM or climate change related educational resources, equipment or experiences. The six runners-up will also receive a £50 National Book Token for taking part.

To find out more about the competition, please visit: www.nationalgrid.com/voicesforagreenfuture