Proving corporate climate action is stronger than ever.
Now in its 19th year, the UK’s largest corporate sustainability awards scheme has undergone a major revamp for 2026, with a new panel of expert judges and a raft of new categories added – including an all-new AI-focused Award reflecting the increasing use of artificial intelligence to accelerate climate action.
23 edie Awards categories can be entered into, with ESG Strategy of the Year, Staff Engagement & Upskilling Initiative of the Year, and the AI in ESG Award among the new and refreshed categories added for 2026.
Create an award-winning entry
Browse the 2026 categories, discover judges tips, and maximise your chance of success by downloading the entry guide.
Cost per entry:
£269 +VAT for Non-Members
£249 +VAT for edie Members. Unsure if you’re an edie Member? Find out here.
31 October
Entry deadline
7 November
Extended deadline
*By request only*
W/c 17 November
Judging takes place
W/c 5 January
Shortlist announced
12 March
Awards ceremony & winners revealed
Judges Masterclass
The edie Editorial team will be hosting a 45-minute masterclass bringing together edie Awards 2026 judges to answer your most pressing questions and provide insights into what makes an entry stand out on 18 September at 1pm.
CEREMONY INFORMATION
The 2026 ceremony will take place at the InterContinental, London, The O2, Thursday, 12 March
Be sure to take a look at the available table packages to build your attendance into your awards budget.
Reasons to enter
Be recognised by the best
The edie Awards are the UK’s longest running and most prestigious event for recognition of excellence of green business. By submitting your entry, you have the chance to join a club of 400+ winners representing the best in corporate sustainability.
Gain a year of positive PR
Receive PR around your participation and put your business, initiative and/or project in front of thousands of sustainability business professionals.
Amplify your impact
Winning amplifies your brand, reputation, and impact - separating you from greenwashing, opening doors to new collaborations and opportunities, and setting you apart from the competition.
Attract sustainability talent
Showcase your sustainability commitment to existing and new employees. Being involved with the scheme highlights that you’re a purpose-driven employer, demonstrating that your values align with those of emerging talent looking to shape a better future.
Spotlighting business leadership, collaboration & climate innovation.
Whether you’re an influencer brand, consultant, product provider of cutting-edge innovation, this awards scheme is a key opportunity for supporters and sponsors to remind the world that sustainability and profitability can go hand-in hand and help unlock new climate collaborations.
Partnering with the edie Awards aligns your brand and product with the biggest topics across the spectrum of green business and helps forge meaningful industry partnerships with finalists and winners.
Align your brand with the UK’s longest running corporate sustainability awards scheme recognising the people projects & partnerships transforming business, for good
Champion environmental and social transformation by being part of the celebrations empowering teams, inspiring stakeholders and accelerating sustainable business growth
Build on old and cement new relationships at the highest level at this elite networking opportunity
Put your business front and centre among the industry's best with prime table positioning at this unmissable event
