Categories
Six Ways to Enter
YRE in Scotland now has six categories to choose from. Our newest Open Category now includes artworks, songs and poetry. Send in as many entries as you like using the entry form.
Open Category
NEW for 2027, this category includes: paintings, illustrations, comics, poetry, creative writing, sculptures, installations, theatre or performance, games, interactive or digital media, mixed media like songs or musical videos, or other innovative format. The format is open; the purpose remains environmental communication led by young people.
One Take Photo
Our most popular category. Take a photograph of your favourite place in Scotland and tell us in a few words why we should all keep Scotland beautiful.
Written Article
Explore an environmental issue like climate change, biodiversity loss or pollution and suggest a constructive solution.
Photo Story
A set of 3-5 photographs that tell the story of a project or explain the effects of an environmental issue.
Video Report
Share a project from your Eco-Committee, or youth group, or highlight how an environmental issue is affecting your community.
Video Campaign
Tell a quick story through a skit, or short speech to send a clear message to viewers, almost like an advertisement for the environment.
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