 In 2013, FES was awarded the Times of India Social Impact Award 2012 in the Environment category.It was jointly shared with Dhan Foundation.On the World Day to Combat Desertification (17 June) the Foundation for Ecological Security was awarded the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) instituted Land for Life Award 2013 for its work on assisting village communities in sustainable management of common lands in India.