American scientist Dr. Arthur H. Rosenfeld was presented with the 2011 Global Energy Prize, which rewards innovation and solutions in global energy research and its concurrent environmental challenges. Dr. Rosenfeld received his award from President of Russia Dmitry Medvedev in an official ceremony in St Petersburg, Russia, which took place last Friday as part of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum.
The Global Energy Prize is described as one of the world’s most respected awards in energy science, awarding US$1m every year for outstanding energy achievements and innovations. Dr. Rosenfeld received the Prize in recognition of his pioneering energy efficiency work.