1. Environmental Stewardship Award: Life Below Water & Life On Land
This award is presented to enterprises that prioritise nature conservation, regeneration and climate change mitigation. This recognition is divided into two sub-categories:
Sub-Category 1: Life Below Water
Acknowledging initiatives that concentrate on the conservation and sustainable management of marine ecosystems, aiming to safeguard underwater biodiversity and habitats.
Sub-Category 2: Life On Land
Celebrating endeavours committed to the preservation and sustainable utilisation of terrestrial environments, fostering biodiversity and ecosystem well-being on land.
2. Community Catalyst Award
This award celebrates businesses that transcend traditional donation-based project support, which typically involves monetary or material contributions from start to finish. These businesses drive meaningful grassroots change by collaborating with communities to customise programmes to local contexts. Through this participatory approach, the community directly benefits in various areas like employment, volunteerism, cultural heritage preservation, education and environmental sustainability, among others.
3. Tech For A Sustainable Future Award
This accolade shines the spotlight on the development and implementation of innovative processes, technologies and practices that prioritise both environmental sustainability and circularity. This encompasses initiatives focused on resource management, waste reduction, energy efficiency and emission reduction, all while driving productivity.
4. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award
This award pays tribute to efforts that foster a welcoming and inclusive environment, promoting equitable opportunities for all individuals and empowering marginalised groups to thrive. Successful entries must demonstrate a commitment to social justice, fairness and the celebration of diverse perspectives, contributing to a more equitable and inclusive society.
5. Sustainability Leadership Award
This award honours companies that embody the gold standard in championing a greener, more equitable future. The recipient of this accolade would have shown exceptional commitment to advancing sustainability practices, promoting social responsibility and fostering ethical governance within and beyond their spheres of influence.
