Elihu Thomson Electrotechnology Medal

The Elihu Thomson Electrotechnology Medal honors an individual who has contributed in an exceptional, dedicated way to the field of electrotechnology standardization, conformity assessment and related activities both at the national and international levels. 

The selection of a recipient for this medal will be primarily based on the individual’s leadership accomplishments within the electrotechnology standardization and/or conformity assessment field via the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), the U.S. National Committee of the IEC, and/or other such bodies.

Nominees shall have five or more years of involvement in such activities and shall meet one or more of the following criteria:

• The candidate played a major leadership role in the related technical area(s);
• The candidate made an outstanding technical contribution to the growth, development, promotion and improvement of electrotechnology standards and conformity assessment programs;
• The candidate was responsible for a related technical activity which had a significant impact on industry and/or commerce;
• The candidate has made a major contribution to the promotion of global electrotechnology standardization and conformity assessment programs in the business world;
• The candidate possesses a strong business ethic and is an extremely effective communicator, leader, contributor and worker.

Note: Only one Elihu Thomson Electrotechnology Medal may be awarded per year.  If, in the judgment of the Awards Committee, no candidates meet the eligibility requirements, an award may not be given.  The Awards Committee reserves the right to present a nominee with an award other than the one for which they were nominated.