The environment Nobel goes to... Anna Tibaijuka

Dr Tibaijuka has published five books and numerous articles and papers. Photo/FILE

The Nobel may be the most recognised, coveted and prestigious prize in the world today, but there are other equally prestigious international prizes awarded each year.

Top of the list is the Göteborg Award for sustainable development, widely considered equivalent to the Nobel prize for the environment, awarded by the Swedish city of Göteborg and partner companies.