Sustainability is becoming an essential focus for businesses, with growing recognition for their efforts through prestigious awards.
These awards celebrate companies that are innovating and driving positive environmental change, recognising their commitment to achieving net-zero goals and advancing sustainability practices.
Below, we present the top 10 awards that honor these achievements.
10. Sustainable Future Awards
The Sustainable Future Awards aims to highlight organisations making groundbreaking contributions to sustainability.
With categories like Recycling Excellence, Energy Innovation and Circular Economy, the awards shine a light on those committed to creating sustainable business models and operations. The awards focus on innovation and performance, seeking out companies that drive meaningful change in their industries.
The call for entries for 2025 launches on 1 September.
9. Energy Globe Awards
Since its launch in 1999, the Energy Globe Awards have been dedicated to celebrating projects and solutions that address environmental challenges across five core elements — Fire, Earth, Air, Water and Youth. The awards also feature a Sustainable Start-Up category.
Hosted globally, these awards showcase green projects that promote energy efficiency, resource conservation and the overall health of our planet.
As a leading environmental award programme, Energy Globe inspires individuals and organisations to contribute to a greener future.
8. SEAL Business Sustainability Awards
The SEAL Business Sustainability Awards annually recognises the top 50 most sustainable companies and the most impactful environmental initiatives.
These awards honour companies and projects that show leadership in environmental innovation, with categories spanning Sustainable Innovation, Environmental Initiative and Sustainable Product.
Its website says: “Our core beliefs maintain that environmental progress requires true leadership, leadership deserves recognition and recognition is a form of accountability.”
The awards champion both corporate responsibility and pioneering solutions in sustainability.
7. Global Good Awards
The Global Good Awards feature 20 categories that highlight businesses making strides in sustainability, from Circular Economy to AI for Good and Climate Action.
Open to companies of all sizes, these awards reward initiatives that promote sustainability, social responsibility and a positive environmental impact.
The awards website says it is “an all-inclusive sustainability awards programme, open to all organisations, large and small”.
It adds: “We’re an all-inclusive awards programme and will recognise and reward organisations of all shapes and sizes that are making strides towards a better world for people, the planet and the global economy.”
The programme’s inclusive nature encourages a broad range of organisations to showcase their progress in driving change for the planet and the global economy.
6. Business Intelligence Group Sustainability Awards
These awards celebrate businesses that have made sustainability a core part of their mission, offering recognition in categories like Sustainability Leadership, Initiative and Product of the Year.
Regardless of size or industry, every business can contribute to a sustainable planet, and the Business Intelligence Group Sustainability Awards recognise those leading by example.
The awards website says: “No matter your industry, no matter your location, no matter your size, stake or market share, every business has one thing in common: the planet we share.
“Our Sustainability Awards seek to applaud companies which have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice.”
This global awards programme aims to celebrate companies that integrate sustainability into their operations, helping to build a greener, more resilient future for all.
5. The International Green Apple Awards for Environmental Best Practice
Established in 1994, the Green Apple Awards recognise the best in environmental practice worldwide.
These awards highlight the efforts of organisations implementing eco-friendly innovations, from waste reduction to energy efficiency.
Winners gain recognition as "Green Champions" and are invited to attend a ceremony at the UK Parliament.
Its website says: “The Sustainability Awards recognise those that are truly having an impact on business, society and the environment — delivering a new blueprint for business in the 21st century.”
The Green Apple Awards serve as an international platform for businesses leading the charge in reducing their environmental footprint and promoting sustainability across sectors.
These awards have been running for 14 years and are organised by Reuters.
4. Sustainability Awards (formerly the Responsible Business Awards)
Organized by Reuters, the Sustainability Awards celebrate companies that are driving impactful changes across business, society, and the environment.
With a 14-year history, the awards recognise those redefining sustainable business models for the 21st century.
The awards seek to honour organisations that demonstrate tangible environmental impact, from carbon reduction strategies to innovations in renewable energy.
Nominations close in June, with the awards ceremony taking place in October, celebrating a new generation of sustainable business leaders.
3. AIPH World Green City Awards
The AIPH World Green City Awards recognise cities leading the way in sustainability and urban greening initiatives.
Set against the backdrop of the Future Green City World Congress, this award highlights urban projects that create greener, healthier environments for residents.
With seven categories celebrating diverse aspects of urban sustainability, from water conservation to climate resilience, the awards emphasiwe the need for innovative approaches to city planning and design.
The next ceremony will be held in the Netherlands in September 2024 at the Royal Jaarbeurs in Utrecht, Netherlands.
The awards have seven categories, with three finalists for each. A Grand Winner will be chosen from the seven category victors.
2. edie Net Zero Awards
The edie Net Zero Awards were created to recognise those advancing the transition to a net-zero carbon economy.
Celebrating a range of achievements across categories like Energy Efficiency, Smart Systems and Retailer of the Year, these awards showcase the efforts of individuals and companies working toward ambitious climate goals.
The awards also spotlight "Net-Zero Heroes" who are driving transformative change in their sectors, fostering collaboration and inspiring others to take meaningful action in the fight against climate change.
The awards website says the awards “have been created to recognise and reward the individuals and organisations that are spearheading the transition towards a net-zero carbon economy”.
1. The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards
Hosted by sister title Sustainability Magazine, The Global Sustainability & ESG Awards honour leaders in sustainable business and environmental governance.
Categories such as Sustainability Strategy, ESG Program and Sustainable Supply Chain celebrate organisations making significant progress toward sustainable development goals.
These awards also recognise future leaders and industry pioneers whose work contributes to reducing environmental impact.
The ceremony, part of Sustainability LIVE London at the Business Design Centre, brings together experts and thought leaders in climate tech to highlight the future of sustainable business.
The expert panel of judges includes Steve Smith, Head of Communications and Thought Leadership for Energy Management at Schneider Electric and The Holm Edit's Courtney Holm.
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