The MPA promotes and supports projects that seek to protect mountain ecosystems and engage climbers and mountaineers in a direct and positive way. The Award platform also welcomes sustainable mountain tourism initiatives directly support and benefit the lives of mountain communities.

Throughout the past decade, the MPA platform has enabled projects to raise finances to build key infrastructures, conduct vital research and fulfil pending goals. In parallel, it has provided an international showcase and communication platform for projects to raise awareness, inspire and exchange ideas and initiatives about adapting to climate change, protecting biodiversity, preserving local cultures of the mountainous communities and promoting responsible practices. Not only has it supported local communities, it has also fostered its own global community. The Award celebrates innovation and the desire of climbers to make a positive difference.