Welcome to the ESG & Sustainability Awards, recognising ESG, Sustainability and Purpose performance. Below are the award categories, each aligned with relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Categories
CAMPAIGN & CASE STUDY CATEGORIES
The categories in this section are aligned with the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals
1. Advocacy Campaign of the Year
Recognising impactful campaigns that drive awareness, policy change, or behavioural shifts towards a more sustainable and equitable future. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Partnerships for the Goals
- Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
- Reduced Inequalities
You can download the entry form for this category here.
2. Environmental Action Campaign of the Year
Celebrating campaigns that have significantly raised awareness, driven action, or influenced policy for critical environmental issues, from conservation to pollution reduction. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life on Land
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
You can download the entry form for this category here.
3. Inclusive Community Campaign of the Year
Recognising outstanding campaigns that champion diversity, equity, and inclusion, driving positive change and advocating for a more just and equitable society for all. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Gender Equality
- Reduced Inequalities
- No Poverty
- Quality Education
You can download the entry form for this category here.
4. Fundraising Innovation of the Year
Awarding campaigns that demonstrate exceptional creativity, reach, and effectiveness in raising vital funds to support charitable causes, social impact initiatives, or sustainable development projects. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- No Poverty
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Clean Water and Sanitation
You can download the entry form for this category here.
5. Health & Well-being Initiative of the Year
Recognising impactful campaigns dedicated to promoting public health, raising awareness about health issues, improving access to healthcare, or advocating for healthier communities. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Good health and well-being
You can download the entry form for this category here.
6. Public Awareness Campaign of the Year
Celebrating campaigns that excel at educating and engaging the public on critical social, environmental, or economic issues, fostering understanding and encouraging positive action. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Zero Hunger
- No Poverty
- Quality Education
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
You can download the entry form for this category here.
7. Best Use of Influencer
This award celebrates campaigns that strategically and authentically leverage the reach and credibility of celebrities and/or social media influencers to amplify a cause, drive engagement, and inspire action for positive social or environmental change. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- From poverty to climate action, this category celebrates how strategic influence can universally amplify any cause, making a tangible difference across virtually every SDG goal.
You can download the entry form for this category here.
8. Best Creative Approach
This award celebrates innovative and imaginative approaches that cut through the noise, inspire new ways of thinking, and drive tangible progress towards a more sustainable and equitable future. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- This category champions the power of original thought to unlock solutions and amplify impact and applies to almost all SDG goals.
You can download the entry form for this category here.
9. Best Technological Innovation
This award celebrates groundbreaking applications of technology that address critical environmental and social challenges, driving efficiency, scalability, and new solutions for a sustainable future. Judges want to see objectives, budget, insight, innovative and inventive execution and evidence-based results.
Aligned SDGs:
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Climate Action
You can download the entry form for this category here.
TEAM CATEGORY
ESG & Sustainability Consultancy of the Year
Judges will be looking for clear agency objectives, examples of recent campaigns, examples of recent achievements, details of any challenges faced, and why you think your agency deserves to win the ESG & Sustainability Consultancy of the Year Award. Please be sure to include a concise overview of the agency, number of staff, details of clients and turnover figures. You will need to show examples of excellent ESG & Sustainability related work in your entry. Please note the work of the whole organisation does not have to be ESG, Sustainability or Purpose related, but please do disclose your ESG, Sustainability or Purpose related revenues. The judges will seek to honour consultancies that deliver outstanding quality of work, achieve strong financial growth, and maintain a clear track record of fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
You can download the entry form for this category here.
REPORT OF THE YEAR

ESG / Sustainability Report of the Year
This award will recognise the most accurate, best structured and informative ESG / Sustainability Report of the Year. Entries must include an example of the report. The entry should highlight comparable year on year KPIs, who is the target audience for the report, why the report is structured as it is and what the objectives are for your ESG / Sustainability Report. An outline of how the report is put together, including how it includes different stakeholder perspectives will also benefit your entry.
You can download the entry form for this category here.
Impact Report of the Year
The Impact Report of the Year category celebrates exemplary reports that transparently and effectively communicate an organisation's social, environmental, and economic impact. The jury will want to see evidence of the organisation's purpose and sustainability credentials. Judges are looking for clear, concise narratives backed by robust data, demonstrating measurable progress towards sustainability goals and highlighting the tangible positive difference made to the world.
You can download the entry form for this category here.