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(ENTRY TO THIS AWARD IS FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE SUSTAINABILITY LEADERS CLUB) - please contact carla.staden@fav-house.com
Recognising the sustainability strategists who are driving the CSR agenda forward, this award is for the individuals who are innovating, inspiring and initiating positive change, and those who are always willing to go the extra mile to transform business, for good.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this individual deserve to win this award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Leadership and vision*
- How has the individual driven the sustainability strategy of their organisation, or of the broader environmental agenda?
- How has the individual demonstrated real leadership qualities in the sustainability field?
- How has the individual taken a particularly innovative and visionary approach over the past 12 months?
(Max 250 words)
2. Inspiration and engagement*
- How has the individual inspired and empowered others to take new sustainable business actions and/or change behaviours?
- What skills and techniques has the individual displayed in engaging with key stakeholders to drive their vision forward?
- How has the individual displayed business leadership qualities to achieve their desired outcomes?
(Max 250 words)
3. Commitment and delivery*
- How has the individual demonstrated full commitment to their vision/strategy, and to the wider sustainability agenda?
- What results has the individual driven through their own work and approaches?
- How is the individual leading by example when it comes to achieving a sustainable future for their organisation?
(Max 250 words)
4. Going above and beyond*
- What skills and qualities has the individual displayed to make their vision and approach stand out?
- Has this individual’s sustainability leadership driven change on a wider scale (outside of the organisation) and, if so, how?
- What future plans does this individual have in place to continue to drive the sustainable business agenda forward?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words in total for this section)
Raising industry standards*
- How has the individual displayed a passion for the global climate agenda?
- How is the individual effectively engaging with others to drive engagement with the global climate agenda?
- What leadership skills has the individual displayed in encouraging and driving action outside of their organisation?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, where and how can those details be accessed?
Headshot and company logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (JPG, EPS, GIFF, or similar) headshot of the individual and company logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, these images will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(ENTRY TO THIS AWARD IS FREE FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE ENERGY LEADERS CLUB) - please contact carla.staden@fav-house.com
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This award recognises outstanding individual performances in energy management. The award, held in association with the Energy Institute, celebrates those who have driven success through implementing and enhancing energy efficiency strategies; deploying new energy technologies and systems; and engaging employees and other key stakeholders to improve energy performance.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against five PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this individual deserve to win this award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Leadership and vision*
- How has the individual driven forward the energy management of their organisation, or of the broader energy agenda?
- What plans, measures and technologies has the individual developed and implemented to improve energy performance?
- How has the individual taken a particularly innovative and visionary approach in energy management over the past 12 months?
(Max 200 words)
2. Engagement*
- How has the individual informed, educated and engaged customers, colleagues and/or the supply chain to enhance their organisation’s energy management approach?
- How has the individual inspired and empowered others to take new energy actions and/or change behaviours?
- What tools and techniques has the individual deployed to drive awareness of the energy management agenda among staff?
(Max 200 words)
3. Building the business case*
- How did the individual gain buy-in from senior management around key energy projects?
- What skills did the individual display in securing funding for particular energy management projects or initiatives?
- How has the individual demonstrated a sound commercial understanding to guarantee the success of particular energy management projects or initiatives?
(Max 200 words)
4. Innovation*
- How has the individual innovated or pioneered new approaches to achieve energy management success?
- In what ways has the individual promoted technological innovations within their organisation and to other stakeholders?
- What focus has the individual placed on new technologies and innovations to ensure continual improvement around energy management?
(Max 200 words)
5. Results*
- How has this person identified, measured and reported impacts to gauge the effectiveness of the overall strategy and specific projects and initiatives?
- What energy and carbon savings has the individual directly helped their organisation achieve?
- What other results has the individual driven through their energy management leadership (e.g. environmental, financial, organisational, personal)?
(Max 200 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Raising industry standards*
- How has the individual taken a strategic approach to further the broader energy management agenda?
- How has the individual shown a commitment to enhance the contribution that the energy industry makes to society?
- How has the individual championed the industry among the younger generation, and promoted greater diversity in the energy field?
Transparency/knowledge-sharing*
- Are the details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, where and how can those details be accessed?
Headshot and company logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (JPG, EPS, GIFF, or similar) headshot of the individual and company logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, these images will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This special award recognises the business that has taken its environmental, social and financial performance to new heights in an effort to achieve a sustainable future, today. The long-standing award, which has been refreshed through edie’s Mission Possible campaign, is for the businesses that are scaling up commitments and actions across all areas of corporate sustainability to advance the green economy.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against five PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this organisation deserve to be crowned the Sustainable Business of the Year 2019?
(max 100 words)
- Please let us know how many employees your business has employed:
- Micro less than 10
- SME 10-249
- Large 250-999
- Very large 1,000+
1. Achieving ‘Mission Possible’ *
- What new, bold actions has the organisation taken within the past 12 months to reduce environmental impacts and promote the low-carbon economy?
- What specific progress has the organisation made across the Mission Possible campaign pillars of Energy, Resources, Mobility, and The Built Environment?
- What does ‘Mission Possible’ look like for the organisation in the context of corporate sustainability?
(Max 200 words)
2. Ensuring empowerment and engagement*
- Who is responsible for developing sustainability targets and driving performance, and how is that performance being measured and incentivised?
- How is sustainability being effectively embedded within the core business model and aligned with its overarching purpose?
- How has the organisation engaged with its various stakeholders (employees, customers, investors etc) on key sustainability issues?
(Max 200 words)
3. Delivering results*
- What environmental/social changes and improvements has the organisation seen as a result of its sustainability commitments?
- How has the organisation used sustainability to gain a competitive edge and maximise stakeholder benefits?
- How has the organisation’s sustainability progress helped to drive change across the wider industry (outside of own operations)?
(Max 250 words)
4. Displaying business leadership*
- How has the organisation championed innovation to enhance sustainability?
- How has the organisation shown a willingness to collaborate on sustainability projects and initiatives?
- What focus has the organisation placed on supporting the next generation of sustainability professionals and leaders?
(Max 200 words)
5. Achieving a sustainable future*
- How is the organisation managing business growth/operational changes against environmental impact?
- What sustainability targets have been set in the short-, mid- and long-term?
- What is the organisation’s sustainability strategy for the future? And how does this strategy reflect the global climate agenda?
(Max 200 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words in total for this section)
Realising transformational change*
- What actions has the organisation taken – specifically within the past 12 months – to accelerate progress around sustainability?
- How does this entry go beyond ‘business as usual’?
- How has the organisation aligned itself with global climate and sustainability frameworks (e.g. science-based targets, the Sustainable Development Goals)?
Transparency/knowledge-sharing*
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
Recognising the best examples of energy efficiency in action, this award is for organisations of all industry types and sizes that have delivered ambitious energy efficiency projects and initiatives; utilising technologies, systems and management techniques to achieve significant energy savings and efficiency gains.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Energy Efficiency award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing energy use through efficiency and measuring performance?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How were the standout energy efficiency initiatives/projects delivered and who was responsible for delivering them?
- Were these efficiency projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of energy efficiency?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice for energy efficiency in the past 12 months?
- How are technological innovations being utilised by the organisation to deliver further efficiency improvements?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s energy efficiency progress delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its energy management activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has this entry led to sustainability changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out prior to particular energy efficiency projects/initiatives being undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) headshot to accompany your entry. If your entry is successful, this image will be used on the night of the awards and in editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note that we cannot guarantee this formation will be viewed by the judges in full. Please provide multiple files as a .ZIP file.
(Max file size 7MB)
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Recognising the best carbon reduction strategies, this award is for organisations of all industry types and sizes that have taken a proactive approach to cutting greenhouse gas emissions through technologies, systems and different management approaches.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Carbon Reduction award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing carbon?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the carbon-reduction strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How was the strategy delivered and who was responsible for delivering it?
- Were carbon reduction projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of carbon reduction efficiency?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice to reduce carbon in the past 12 months?
- How are technological innovations being utilised by the organisation to deliver further carbon reductions?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s energy efficiency progress delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its energy management activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has this entry led to sustainability changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out prior to particular carbon reduction projects/initiatives being undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany your entry. If your entry is successful, this image will be used on the night of the awards and in editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note that we cannot guarantee this formation will be viewed by the judges in full. Please provide multiple files as a .ZIP file.
(Max file size 7MB)
This award is open to any consultancy or advisory firm that have delivered substantial and quantifiable improvements in the environmental or social sustainability of their clients. The judges will be looking for consultancies that are going above and beyond normal practice and practicing what they preach to deliver tangible results.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to be crowned Consultancy of the Year 2019?
- Please let us know how many employees your consultancy has employed:
- Micro less than 10
- SME 10-249
- Large 250-999
- Very large 1,000+
(Max 100 words)
1. Customer service*
- What green services is the consultancy offering and how is it promoting sustainable behaviour amongst its clients?
- How does the consultancy demonstrate a bespoke client focus to guarantee complete customer satisfaction?
- How is the consultancy helping clients continually adapt to emerging risks and opportunities?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery and results*
- How has the consultancy demonstrated excellence in its delivery for clients?
- What results has this work driven?
- How are the key learnings from these projects being shared across, or outside of, the consultancy’s client base?
(Max 250 words)
3. Going above and beyond*
- What qualities has the consultancy displayed to make their work stand out from the crowd?
- How has the consultancy gone beyond client expectations and really raised the bar?
- Has the consultancy’s work driven change on a wider scale (outside of its clients) and, if so, how?
(Max 250 words)
4. ‘Walking the sustainability walk’*
- What steps has the consultancy taken to reduce its own operational environmental footprints?
- How is sustainability embedded in the culture and purpose of the consultancy?
- What other work is the consultancy doing to shape or promote the wider climate agenda?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Leading change*
- How is the consultancy leading changes inside and outside of its own operations?
- How has the consultancy demonstrated leadership qualities in its delivery?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany your entry. If your entry is successful, this image will be used on the night of the awards and in editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note that we cannot guarantee this formation will be viewed by the judges in full. Please provide multiple files as a .ZIP file.
(Max file size 7MB)
Recognising the best examples of engagement and behaviour change, this award is open for organisations of all industry types and sizes that are delivering ambitious, innovative, and effective programmes which overcome engagement challenges and empower staff and stakeholders to take new sustainability actions.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Employee Engagement & Behaviour Change award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Implementing the strategy*
- Why was there a need for a new employee engagement approach?
- How did the employee engagement/behaviour change strategy work?
- Which specific methods of engaging staff were used (including training, performance monitoring, reward systems, etc)?
(Max 250 words)
2. Monitoring and measuring progress*
- What targets were set and how far were they met?
- What mechanisms were put in place to measure the success of the engagement project?
- How was progress communicated to ensure continual improvement?
(Max 250 words)
3. Culture and engagement*
- What steps were taken to overcome any immediate engagement/behaviour change barriers?
- How were previous staff approaches/behaviours/mindsets permanently changed for the better as a result of the engagement project?
- How was senior management commitment achieved and what internal communication tools were part of the campaign?
(Max 250 words)
4. Continuation*
- How has engagement with employees been continued and what further engagement activities are planned for the future?
- How have these activities been promoted or utilised outside of the organisation?
- What are the key learnings that could be passed on to other businesses, or through customers and the supply chain?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Planning and delivery*
- What research and development was carried out before the project/initiative was undertaken?
- What makes the delivery of this particular project/initiative stand out from the crowd of engagement and behaviour change programmes?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) headshot to accompany your entry. If your entry is successful, this image will be used on the night of the awards and in editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note that we cannot guarantee this formation will be viewed by the judges in full. Please provide multiple files as a .ZIP file.
(Max file size 7MB)
Open to organisations of all industry types and sizes, this award recognises those that have delivered a successful marketing campaign which engages key stakeholders with sustainability products/services, or corporate social responsibility (CSR) achievements. Judges will be looking for highly innovative and inspiring marketing and/or advertising projects which avoid corporate greenwash and lead to a tangible increase in engagement and actions around key sustainability issues.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 CSR Engagement/Marketing Campaign of the Year award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Implementing the strategy*
- Why was there a need for a new green CSR/marketing/advertising campaign?
- What process was taken to deliver the campaign and ensure its success?
- What marketing/communication methods were used to grab the attention of the target audience and drive high levels of engagement?
(Max 250 words)
2. Monitoring and measuring progress*
- What targets were set for the campaign and how far were they met?
- What mechanisms were put in place to measure the success of the campaign?
- What evidence can be provided to prove the success of the campaign?
(Max 250 words)
3. Culture and engagement*
- What steps were taken to overcome any immediate engagement barriers or cultural challenges?
- How were previous approaches/behaviours/mindsets permanently changed for the better as a result of this campaign?
- How were different forms of media and communication used to ensure effective engagement with the target audience?
(Max 250 words)
4. Continuation*
- What impact has this campaign had on the organisation itself?
- How has the campaign been continued and what further engagement activities are planned for the future?
- What are the key learnings from this campaign which could be passed on to other businesses?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Planning and delivery*
- What research and development was carried out before the project/initiative was undertaken?
- What makes the delivery of this particular project/initiative stand out from the crowd of CSR marketing/advertising campaigns?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This award is dedicated to those who are putting CSR and ethics at the very heart of what they do. Whether it’s charitable schemes, community development projects or social equality programmes, the award recognises the very best in socially-responsible business initiatives.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Social Sustainability & Community Development award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Positive social impacts*
- What was the aim of the initiative? Why was there a need for it to be developed?
- How does the initiative connect with the broader social sustainability agenda (e.g. the Sustainable Development Goals)?
- How have improvements been delivered in a way that improve community services, products or quality of life?
(Max 250 words)
2. Ethical behaviours and business*
- How has the initiative championed ethical and socially sustainable behaviours and influenced the community in a positive way?
- What did the organisation have to change or do differently in order to ensure the success of the initiative?
- How has the organisation maintained high standards of social sustainability through this initiative?
(Max 250 words)
3. Engagement success*
- How many people did the initiative engage, and how did it engage them?
- How was the success of the initiative measured and what quantifiable impact on individuals has it had thus far?
- How has it identified and then built relationships with internal and external stakeholders to shape the approach?
(Max 250 words)
4. Legacy impacts*
- What is the legacy impact of the scheme and how are ongoing and lasting community benefits being ensured?
- What other impacts have been realised as a result of this initiative (e.g. reputational, new business opportunities, environmental impacts, etc)?
- How is the organisation continuing to question its own ethical assumptions and standards to challenge existing business practice in this area?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- What lasting community benefits has the initiative directly delivered?
- How has the initiative led to positive cultural changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning and delivery*
- What research and development was carried out before the project/initiative was undertaken?
- What makes the delivery of this particular initiative stand out from other social sustainability and community development initiatives?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the entry available within the public domain?
- If so how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
Open to any commercial waste management or resource efficiency project, this award recognises those that have achieved significant, tangible reductions in waste to landfill and are helping to advance the circular economy through resource efficiency and stakeholder engagement.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Waste & Resource Management award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing waste and driving resource efficiency?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and sustainability objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How were the standout waste management/resource efficiency projects delivered and who was responsible for delivering them?
- Were these projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of waste management and resource efficiency?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice for waste management and resource efficiency in the past 12 months?
- How are technological innovations being utilised by the organisation to deliver further improvements in this area?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s waste management/resource efficiency progress delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its waste management/resource efficiency activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has this entry led to sustainability changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out prior to particular waste management/resource efficiency initiatives being undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This new award for 2019 recognises and celebrates the organisations and entrepreneurs that are rethinking the way we make, use and re-use materials to advance the circular economy. The award is open to organisations of all sizes that have invested in better materials, clever product designs and closed-loop business models.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Circular Economy Innovation of the Year award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for advancing the circular economy?
- What products and/or systems has the organisation put in place to deliver that strategy?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s overarching purpose and sustainability/CSR objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How was the circular economy innovation delivered and who was responsible for delivering it?
- Was the innovation delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes this ‘innovation’ innovative? How does it differ from traditional approaches or products/systems?
- How are technological innovations being utilised by the organisation to deliver further improvements in this area?
- How is the circular economy innovation disrupting existing approaches/products/systems outside of the organisation?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has much waste has been avoided as a direct result of this circular economy innovation?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through the circular economy innovation?
- What can other organisations learn from this circular economy innovation?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has the circular economy innovation led to sustainability changes inside the organisation?
- How has the circular economy innovation led to sustainability outside the organisation?
Planning and the future*
- What research and development was carried out prior the circular economy innovation being developed?
- What is the potential for this circular economy innovation? Could it be scaled-up/used by other organisations?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This award recognises the organisations that are telling their sustainability story in a transparent, meaningful way through accessible reports. The award is open to organisations of all sizes, and judges will be looking for innovative and interactive communications approaches which are backed by transparent, trustworthy reporting tools and techniques.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Sustainability Reporting & Communications award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Report content*
- What does it cover and how comprehensive is it?
- What level of detail does it go into?
- Materiality - does it demonstrate real relevance to the business operations?
(Max 250 words)
2. Clarity and communication*
- How transparent is the reporting?
- How accessible are the results?
- How are different impacts (water, energy, waste etc) broken down and presented?
- How effective is the report in communicating sustainability achievements?
(Max 250 words)
3. Commitment*
- How does it demonstrate a clear commitment to sustainability?
- How are targets measured and how often are they reported on?
- Is it verified by a third party?
(Max 250 words)
4. Creativity*
- What else makes it stand out from the crowd?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has the report and its communication led to positive changes inside and outside of the organisation?
- What could other organisations learn from this approach to sustainability reporting?
Planning*
- What research was carried out before the report was undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the report and associated communications available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information (report copy)*
Please use this option to supply us with a single pdf copy of the full sustainability report this entry refers to.
If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This newly-created award is all about shining a light on the outstanding efforts and achievements of inspiring young environmental professionals who are driving positive environmental change within their organisation and/or across the low-carbon economy. The award is open to any junior employee, apprentice, sustainability or energy professional who is under the age of 30 at the time of entering and can be entered for directly or through nomination.
Please complete all of the fields below on behalf of the nominee. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Supporting statement*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the nominee and briefly put forward your/their case for winning this award.
(Max 100 words)
1. Responsibility and initiative*
- What role does the individual play within the organisation and how have they progressed in this role so far?
- What skills and competencies has the individual demonstrated?
- What examples are there of the individual going above and beyond expectations to deliver results?
(Max 250 words)
2. Commitment and impact*
- How has the individual demonstrated commitment to the overarching vision/strategy, and to the wider sustainability agenda?
- What impact has the individual had on the team and the strategy?
- What examples are there of the individual overcoming a particular challenge to deliver success?
(Max 250 words)
4. Career development*
- What makes this individual one of the sustainability leaders of tomorrow?
- What career aims and aspirations does the individual have within the sustainability/energy field?
- What has been the individual’s biggest career success to date?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Raising industry standards*
- How has the individual displayed a passion for the global climate agenda?
- How is the individual effectively engaging with others to drive engagement with the global climate agenda?
- What skills has the individual displayed in encouraging and driving action outside of their organisation?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, where and how can those details be accessed?
Headshot and logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (JPG, EPS, GIFF, or similar) headshot of the individual and company logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, these images will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information*
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
This newly-created award recognises organisations in which each and every member of a team has made a positive difference. The award is open to any in-house sustainability/energy team (minimum of two people) that has delivered tangible environmental improvements. Judges will be looking for those that have displayed effective teamwork, strong values and innovative approaches to achieve success.
Please complete all of the fields below on behalf of the team. We recommend you write the body of your entry in a word document and then cut and paste it into the form below to prevent work being lost.
Each entry will be assessed against four primary criteria detailed below. All primary criteria are weighted equally. Please use the secondary criteria field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind secondary criteria will be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the team deserve to win this award?
- Please provide the full names and job titles of every member of the team which this entry pertains to.
(Max 100 words)
1. Teamwork and vision*
- What is the structure of the team and what are the individual roles?
- How has the team worked effectively together to drive the sustainability/energy strategy of their organisation, or of the broader environmental agenda?
- How has the team taken a particularly innovative and visionary approach over the past 12 months?
(Max 250 words)
2. Inspiration and engagement*
- How has the team inspired and empowered others to take new sustainable business actions and/or change behaviours?
- What skills and techniques have individuals within the team displayed in engaging with key stakeholders to drive their vision forward?
- How has the team displayed business leadership qualities to achieve desired outcomes?
(Max 250 words)
3. Commitment and delivery*
- How has the team demonstrated full commitment to the vision/strategy, and to the wider sustainability agenda?
- What results have the team driven through their collective work and approach?
- How is the team leading by example when it comes to achieving a sustainable future for their organisation?
(Max 250 words)
4. Going above and beyond*
- What skills and qualities have individuals within the team displayed to make their vision and approach stand out?
- Has this team’s work driven change on a wider scale (outside of the organisation) and, if so, how?
- What future plans does the team have in place to continue to drive the sustainable business agenda forward?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Raising industry standards*
- How has the team displayed a passion for the global climate agenda?
- How is the team effectively engaging with other teams/departments to drive engagement with the global climate agenda?
- What leadership traits have the team collectively displayed in encouraging and driving action outside of their organisation?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, where and how can those details be accessed?
Team photo*
Please upload a high-resolution (JPG, EPS, GIFF, or similar) photo of the team to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this image will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information*
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
Recognising the best examples of effective water management, this award is open to organisations of all industry type and sizes who have ramped up efforts around water use, be it through efficiency, effluent reduction, risk management strategies, collaboration, footprinting and data management, or tackling global water scarcity.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Water Management award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing water use and measuring performance?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How were the standout water management initiatives/projects delivered and who was responsible for delivering them?
- Were these water management projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of water management?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice for water management in the past 12 months?
- How are technological innovations being utilised by the organisation to deliver further water management improvements?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s water management progress delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its water management activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has this entry led to sustainability changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out prior to particular water management projects/initiatives being undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
To achieve good development on a planet stressed by climate change and diminishing natural resources, our buildings must be sustainable. This new award, launched as part of edie’s Mission Possible campaign, celebrates the businesses that are looking to achieve a more sustainable future for the built environment through green buildings, smart city development and green infrastructure developments.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the Mission Possible: The Built Environment award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for achieving a more sustainable built environment?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How were the green building projects managed to ensure environmental performance was prioritised?
- Were these projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to support projects and maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of the built environment?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice for the built environment in the past 12 months?
- What clean technologies or innovations have been utilised to enhance the environmental performance of these projects?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s work to achieve a more sustainable built environment delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its sustainable built environment activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Realising transformational change*
- How does this entry go beyond ‘business as usual’?
- How has the organisation aligned its work in the area of the built environment with global climate and sustainability frameworks (e.g. science-based targets, the Sustainable Development Goals)?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- What can other built environment projects learn from your experience?
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
(Max file size 7MB)
Transport is responsible for a quarter of global energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, and its emissions are increasing at a faster rate than any other industry. This new award, launched as part of edie’s Mission Possible campaign, celebrates the organisations that are looking to curb this trend through greener fleets, alternative fuels, more sustainable logistics and smarter business travel.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the Mission Possible: Mobility award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Strategy*
- What is the organisation’s strategy for achieving more sustainable mobility?
- How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
- How is the strategy aligned with the organisation’s purpose and objectives?
(Max 250 words)
2. Delivery*
- How were the green mobility projects managed to ensure environmental performance was prioritised?
- Were these projects delivered on time, to plan and on budget?
- How were particular standards/systems/technologies deployed to support projects and maximise results?
(Max 250 words)
3. Innovation*
- What makes the organisation particularly innovative in the area of green mobility?
- How has the organisation gone beyond good practice for green mobility in the past 12 months?
- What clean technologies or innovations have been utilised to enhance the environmental performance of these mobility projects?
(Max 250 words)
4. Results*
- Has the organisation’s work to achieve more sustainable mobility delivered good returns on investment?
- Were expected results achieved? Did any projects/initiatives fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
- Beyond savings, what other benefits has the organisation seen through its sustainable mobility activities?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Realising transformational change*
- How does this entry go beyond ‘business as usual’?
- How has the organisation aligned its work in the area of green mobility with global climate and sustainability frameworks (e.g. science-based targets, the Sustainable Development Goals)?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- What can other green mobility projects learn from your experience?
- Are details of this entry available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
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This award recognises excellence in both sustainability products and sustainably-designed products. The award is open to entrepreneurs, developers and organisations that have created or refined a product or solution which promises to deliver significant environmental or social sustainability improvements.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry.
(Max 100 words)
1. Purpose*
- Why has this product been developed or refined?
- How could the product help to deliver large-scale environmental improvements?
- What is the market opportunity for the product?
(Max 250 words)
2. Level of innovation*
- What makes the product truly innovative?
- How does the product differ from traditional approaches or existing products/systems?
- How do the innovative aspects of this product enhance/embed sustainability?
(Max 250 words)
3. Application*
- Where and how can this product be used?
- Does the product offer financial benefits for the user?
- How could the innovation be applied across the wider economy?
(Max 250 words)
4. Installation/use*
- How easily can the product be installed/retrofitted?
- Are there interruptions to business operations during installation?
- Does the product require specialist maintenance and/or training once operational?
(Max 250 words)
5. Results*
- What savings/efficiencies/sustainability improvements does the product drive?
- What other benefits could the product have in the future?
- What must happen next to scale-up the innovation on a national/global scale?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has the innovation led to positive changes inside and outside of the organisation?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out before the product launch?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the details of the product available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
Please use this option to provide any supporting documentation or images. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed by the judges in full. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into one zipped folder.
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This award is open to organisations of all industry types and sizes that have looked beyond their own operations to drive environmental and social sustainability across the supply chain. Judges will be looking for examples of businesses working more closely with a range of suppliers to reduce impacts, build resilience and promote sustainable development.
Please complete all of the fields below. We recommend that you write the body of your entry in a separate Word document and then copy and paste it into the form below, to prevent any of your entry copy being lost.
Each entry in this category will be assessed against four PRIMARY CRITERIA, as detailed below. All parts of the primary criteria are weighted equally. Please then use the SECONDARY CRITERIA field to add any information not covered in the primary criteria. Please bear in mind that the secondary criteria will only be used by judges when no clear winner can be determined using the primary criteria alone.
PRIMARY CRITERIA
Summary of entry*
- Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to win the 2019 Sustainable Supply Chains award?
(Max 100 words)
1. Information and assessment*
- What supply chain impacts have been measured, and how were they measured (carbon, waste, water, social impact, modern slavery, etc)
- How far up/down the supply chain did those assessments go and what methods of assessments were used?
- What impact areas were identified for improvement and where did those impacts lie within the supply chain?
(Max 250 words)
2. Benchmarking and measurement*
- What targets did the organisation set for itself and its suppliers to drive sustainability?
- What systems/standards/requirements were put in place to accelerate progress?
- How were suppliers measured and benchmarked against the key impacts?
(Max 250 words)
3. Engagement and buy-in*
- How did the organisation drive engagement with suppliers for the initiative and what results has this increased engagement driven?
- What processes were put in place to overcome any particular challenges or issues related to the initiative (e.g. non-compliance)?
- How did the organisation promote collaboration and innovation across the supply chain?
(Max 250 words)
4. The results*
- What results has the work driven in terms of sustainability/social impacts?
- How has the organisation’s own procurement and/or sustainability strategy changed as a result of the initiative?
- How do the results of this work align with global standards/initiatives (e.g. the Sustainable Development Goals)?
(Max 250 words)
SECONDARY CRITERIA
(Max 250 words - in total for this section)
Cultural change*
- How has this supply chain management strategy led to positive changes inside and outside of the organisation?
- What could other organisations learn from this approach to sustainability reporting?
Planning*
- What research and development was carried out before the supply chain initiative was undertaken?
Transparency/knowledge sharing*
- Are the report and associated communications available within the public domain?
- If so, how can they be accessed?
Logo*
Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo to accompany the entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.
Additional Information
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This special award will be given to an individual who has dedicated their career to the advancement of corporate sustainability and achieved exemplary success. The winner of this award will be selected by the edie team with input from the judging panel.