2 days ago
Global Prize Targets Energy Wellbeing Crisis
TDT | Manama
As mental and physical strain quietly wear down the global energy workforce, a new initiative backed by UAE-based healthcare giants is aiming to shift the spotlight. The $1 million Human Energy Award, jointly launched by Response Plus Holding and Burjeel Holdings, is the first of its kind to reward organisations tackling the growing crisis of employee wellbeing in high-stress energy environments. The inaugural winner will be named at ADIPEC 2025.
Positioned as a global benchmark in workforce wellbeing, the award will go to an organisation that can demonstrate the most innovative, impactful and measurable solution to improve health outcomes for energy workers. It is open to companies of all sizes, with a strong emphasis on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises across the global energy supply chain.
Focus on prevention
The organisers say the award reflects a broader shift in industry thinking, where resilience, mental health and preventive care are now seen as central to operational performance. The initiative is not only about care but about culture, rewarding those who build systems that protect and uplift the people powering the world's energy.
Dr Richard Heron, former Vice President of Health and Chief Medical Officer at BP, will chair the independent international jury. He will be joined by renowned wellness coach Vinay Menon and global energy analyst John Defterios, creating a panel that brings together expertise in occupational medicine, elite athletic wellness and macroeconomic insight.
Industry leaders speak out
Dr Rohil Raghavan, CEO of Response Plus Holding, said the award reflects RPM's commitment to placing people at the centre of progress and aims to set a new benchmark for valuing the workforce.
Steven Wines, CEO of Prometheus Medical International and head of the steering committee, said the goal is to encourage innovative solutions that make a tangible difference to people across the energy value chain.
Burjeel Holdings CEO John Sunil echoed the sentiment, noting the award underlines the vital role of preventive care and well-being in sustaining a resilient workforce.
Aligned with UAE vision
Launched in line with the 'We the UAE 2031' agenda and the UAE National Wellbeing Strategy, the award reflects the country's ambition to lead on global standards in health, innovation and human capital development.
The Human Energy Award sends a clear message. Wellbeing is no longer a side issue in the energy sector. It is the new frontier of innovation.
