The Millennium Technology Prize highlights the impact of science and innovations on the well-being and equality of humankind and the planet. The Prize is awarded for groundbreaking technological innovations that benefit millions of people around the world by enhancing quality of life; promoting sustainable development, like the efficient use of Earth’s resources, biodiversity, or mitigation of climate change; generating applications with global commercial viability; creating new accessible socio-economic value and stimulating further cutting-edge research and development in science and technology.