edie Net-Zero Awards 2024

2024 Categories and Criteria

Behaviour Change Campaign of the Year

Behavioural changes around energy use and efficiency represent a critical enabler of the global net-zero transition. This award is open to any project or initiative that has successfully driven public or employee behaviour change in relation to energy and carbon. Our judges are looking for ambitious, innovative and effective engagement programmes which have changed behaviours and driven tangible improvements across any aspect of energy and carbon reduction over the past 18 months.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Behaviour Change Campaign of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The context

Who did this campaign target and what behaviours was it seeking to change?
How does the campaign being entered align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the biggest challenges when it came to engaging with and changing the behaviours of the target audience?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & creativity

How was this campaign planned and delivered? What specific engagement and behavioural change approaches were used in an effort to reduce energy/carbon?
Was the campaign delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the campaign and maximise results?
What creative or innovative approaches were taken to delivery messaging effectively and maximise engagement?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What impact has the campaign had? What specific behavioural changes were seen as a result, and have they been sustained?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond energy reduction/efficiency, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this campaign – e.g. health and wellbeing, biodiversity improvements or other business benefits?
How has the behaviour change campaign been continued and what further engagement activities are planned for the future?

(Max. 250 words)

STANDOUT STAT

Please provide one key fact/stat which you think sums up your entry – for example, levels of reduction achieved; financial savings or other business benefits. NOTE: If the entry is successful, this stat may be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.

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The contents of this entry may be used by edie for our Awards brochures and as a case study for the edie website. If there are any elements of the entry that you do not wish to be published, please let us know in the below box.

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Please upload a high-resolution (EPS, GIFF, or similar) logo of the organisation to accompany this entry. If the entry is successful, this logo will be used on the night of the awards and in post-event editorial coverage.

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Please upload up to three high-resolution photos (JPG or similar) to accompany your entry. Photos should directly relate to the business/project/product; or to the individual/team being put forward in the entry. These photos will be displayed during the awards ceremony.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (OPTIONAL)

Please use this option to provide any further references/documentation which you feel may support this entry. For example, reports/fact sheets/links to relevant online information. Please note: we cannot guarantee this information will be viewed in full by our judges, but any additional information provided will only serve to strengthen the entry. If providing multiple files here, please condense them into a single zipped folder.

Green Building Project of the Year

Communications Agency of the Year

In the age of greenwashing and ‘greenhushing’, businesses of all sizes and sectors must work hard to build trust, gain credibility, increase transparency and drive behaviour change to meet decarbonisation goals. This award is open to any communications, advertising, marketing and/or PR agency that has successfully promoted net-zero carbon business strategies and delivery over the past 18 months.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation being entered deserve to be crowned the Communications Agency of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The context

How is the agency organised and structured to meet the needs of clients?
What is the agency’s purpose in relation to net-zero, and how is it managing the risk of ‘greenwashing’, ‘greenhushing’, ‘purposewashing’ and alike?
What makes this agency stand out from the crowd?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery, creativity & transparency

What successful communications campaigns has the agency delivered over the past 18 months?
What specific techniques or approaches were undertaken to maximise reach and impact?
How has the agency worked to mitigate ‘greenwash’ and build stakeholder trust through effective and transparent communications?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has the agency driven through its communication campaigns over the past 18 months?
How has the agency gone above and beyond through the work it has carried out?
What work has the agency done to ‘walk the walk’ and accelerate its own progress towards net-zero goals?

(Max. 250 words)

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Energy Efficiency Project of the Year

Energy efficiency is a critical piece of the net-zero puzzle, representing more than 40% of the emissions abatement needed by 2040. From power generation and transportation through to buildings and industry processes – this award is open to any project which has driven energy efficiency improvements over the past 18 months. Our judges will be looking for projects that pioneer new designs, techniques and technologies in pursuit of efficiency improvements, with clear results demonstrated.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Energy Efficiency Project of the Year?

(Max. 100 words)

1. The strategy

What were the main aims of the energy efficiency project being entered and how did these align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the main challenges that this project was seeking to overcome?
How was the strategy developed and what specific targets were established to benchmark the success of the project?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & Creativity

How was this project managed and delivered to ensure net-zero principals were prioritised?
Was the project delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular standards/systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project and maximise results?
What makes this energy efficiency project particularly innovative when it comes to driving environmental improvements?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has this project driven and were the expected results achieved?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond energy efficiency, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this project – e.g. staff health and wellbeing or biodiversity improvements?
What further activities are planned for the future for this efficiency project, to ensure continual improvement?

(Max. 250 words)

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Heat Decarbonisation Project of the Year (NEW for 2024)

Decarbonising heat remains one of the most challenging yet most critical aspects of the net-zero transition. However, numerous projects large and small are striving to reduce emissions from domestic, commercial, and industrial heating systems. This award is open to any individual green heat project or system-wide developer that are driving improvements around low- and zero-emission heating. Our judges will be looking for projects that pioneer innovative green heat technologies and systems to drive decarbonisation, with clear results demonstrated.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Heat Decarbonisation Project of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The strategy

What were the main aims of the heat project being entered and how did these align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the main challenges that this project was seeking to overcome?
How was the strategy developed and what specific targets were established to benchmark the success of the project?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & creativity

How was this project managed and delivered to ensure net-zero principals were prioritised?
Was the project delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular standards/systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project and maximise results?
What makes this heat decarbonisation project particularly innovative when it comes to driving environmental improvements?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has this project driven and were the expected results achieved?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond emissions reductions, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this project – e.g. staff health and wellbeing, biodiversity improvements or wider business/commercial benefits?
What further activities are planned for the future for this heat project, to ensure continual improvement?

(Max. 250 words)

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Innovation of the Year

The race to a net-zero carbon economy will only be won through the development and implementation of innovative technology services and business models which can be scaled to make a fossil-free future a reality. This award is open to solutions providers and organisations that have championed a particularly innovative technology, service and/or business model which holds the potential to decarbonise business and drive us towards net-zero – ideally with results already being proven and plans for future deployment.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the innovation, explaining exactly what it is and how it works, as simply as possible. NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Purpose

Why was this innovation developed or refined? What challenges is it seeking to overcome?
How could the innovation help achieve net-zero?
What is the market opportunity for the technology/service/business model being entered?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Application and innovation

How does the innovation differ from traditional technologies/services/business models?
How do the ‘innovative’ aspects support decarbonisation goals?
How does the innovation drive improvements beyond decarbonisation?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What carbon savings/efficiencies/sustainability improvements does the innovation drive?
What must happen next to scale-up the innovation and take us towards net-zero on a national/global scale?
What other potential applications/benefits could this innovative aqpproach have in the future?

(Max. 250 words)

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The Just Transition to Net-Zero Award

The transition to a net-zero carbon economy must leave no one behind. This award is for organisations that are championing a Just Transition and embedding social sustainability into decabonisation projects. Whether it’s charitable schemes, community development projects or social equality, diversity and inclusion programmes, our judges will be looking for socially-responsible business initiatives which are driving positive change on the path to net-zero.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to win the Just Transition to Net-Zero Award for 2024? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The context

What did the project/initiative aim to achieve, and why was it so important?
How does the project/initiative connect with the net-zero transition along with the broader social sustainability agenda (e.g. the Sustainable Development Goals)
What the project/initiative adapted in response to broader issues such as the energy/cost-of-living crisis? How is it helping to drive a just transition through these challenging times?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & creativity

How was social sustainability factored into the project/initiative being entered? What specific approaches were used at an individual/team/organisational level?
Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way in order to keep social sustainability high on the agenda?
How were particular systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project/initiative?
How were projects been delivered in a way that improved organisational outputs, community services, products and/or quality of life?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Legacy impacts

What is the legacy impact of this work and how are ongoing and lasting social/community benefits being ensured?
How is the project/initiative contributing to the broader social sustainability agenda (outside of the project/organisation being entered)?
What other impacts have been realised as a result of this initiative (e.g. reputational, new business opportunities, environmental impacts, staff engagement)?
How has the project/initiative been continued and what further activities are planned for the future?

(Max. 250 words)

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Transport & Mobility Project of the Year

With transport responsible for a quarter of global energy-related greenhouse gas emissions, this award has been specially created for any project or initiative that is curbing the impact of transport activities and/or promoted the shift towards more sustainable mobility systems – from fleet electrification programmes and alternative fuels through to last-mile deliveries and smarter business travel schemes.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Transport & Mobility Project of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The strategy

What were the main aims of the transport/mobility project being entered and how did these align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the main challenges that this project was seeking to overcome?
How was the strategy developed and what specific targets were established to benchmark the success of the project?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & creativity

How was this transport/mobility project managed and delivered to ensure net-zero principals were prioritised?
Was the project delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular standards/systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project and maximise results?
What makes this project particularly innovative in the area of sustainable mobility and zero-emission transport?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has this project driven and were the expected results achieved?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond emissions savings, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this project – e.g. staff retention or social sustainability improvements?
What further activities are planned for the future for this project, to ensure continual improvement?

(Max. 250 words)

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Product of the Year

One of our most highly anticipated awards, the Product of the Year award recognises excellence in both products that are “net-zero” by their nature and products that have been designed, or redesigned to support the transition to a net-zero carbon future. The award is open to entrepreneurs, developers and organisations that have created or refined a particular product or solution which promises to deliver significant environmental improvements – ideally with results already being proven and plans for future deployment.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the product, explaining exactly what it is and how it works, as simply as possible. NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Purpose

Why has this product been developed or refined?
How could the product help to achieve net-zero?
What is the market opportunity for the product?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Application and innovation

Where and how can this product be used? How easily can the product be installed/retrofitted?
How does the product differ from traditional approaches or existing products/systems?
How do the ‘innovative’ aspects of this product support decarbonisation goals?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What carbon savings/efficiencies/sustainability improvements does the product drive?
What must happen next to scale-up the innovation and take us towards net-zero on a national/global scale?
What other potential applications/benefits could the product have in the future?

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Renewable Energy Project of the Year

Renewable energy systems are arguably the most critical aspect of the global net-zero transition. With that in mind, this coveted award is open to any renewable energy project delivered over the past 18 months which has demonstrated clear environmental and economic benefits – from large-scale infrastructure projects and community-scale developments through to on-site systems and micro-generation projects.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Renewable Energy Project of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The strategy

What were the main aims of the renewable energy project being entered and how did these align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the main challenges that this project was seeking to overcome?
How was the strategy for this project developed and what specific targets were established to benchmark the success of the project?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & Creativity

How was this project managed and delivered to minimise environmental impacts and maximise net-zero results?
Was the renewable energy project delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular standards/systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project and maximise results?
What makes this renewable energy project particularly notable or innovative when it comes to leading the way towards a net-zero carbon economy?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has this renewable energy project driven and were the expected results achieved?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond emissions reductions, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this project – e.g. staff health and wellbeing or biodiversity improvements?
What further activities are planned for the future for this renewable energy project, to ensure continual improvement?

(Max. 250 words)

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Smart Systems and Flexibility Project of the Year

A smarter, more flexible energy systems is the beating heart of the net-zero transition and this award celebrates the projects and initiatives that represent the best of this fast-expanding sector. The award is open to any ‘smart’ or and/or ‘flexible’ energy system project delivered over the past 18 months – from battery storage systems and demand response programmes through to the implementation of smart technologies and distributed generation schemes.

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Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Smart Systems and Flexibility Project of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The strategy

What were the main aims of the smart/flexible energy project being entered and how did these align with broader decarbonisation objectives?
What were the main challenges that this project was seeking to overcome?
How was the strategy for this project developed and what specific targets were established to benchmark the success of the project?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery & creativity

How was this project managed and delivered to minimise environmental impacts and maximise net-zero results?
Was the smart/flexible energy project delivered on time, to plan and on budget? Were there any challenges which needed to be overcome along the way?
How were particular standards/systems/technologies/frameworks utilised to support the project and maximise results?
What makes this smart/flexible energy project particularly notable or innovative when it comes to leading the way towards a net-zero carbon economy?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Results

What results has this smart/flexible energy project driven and were the expected results achieved?
Did the project fall short in any areas, or exceed expectations?
Beyond emissions reductions, what other benefits have been seen as a result of this project – e.g. staff health and wellbeing or biodiversity improvements?
What further activities are planned for the future for this smart/flexible energy project, to ensure continual improvement?

(Max. 250 words)

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Supply Chain Decarbonisation Project of the Year

Supply-chain decarbonisation is becoming a license to operate for businesses large and small, but it is also an immensely challenging aspect of sustainability. Open to organisations, NGOs and coalitions of all shapes and sizes, this award recognises pioneering approaches to reduce these ‘Scope 3’ emissions and drive environmental impacts across the value chain. Our judges will be looking for projects which demonstrate real collaboration and have driven tangible results over the past 18 months.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this initiative deserve to be crowned the Supply Chain Decarbonisation Project of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. The context

How significant is this project in terms of the emissions involved – i.e. how big is the ‘Scope 3’ being tackled?
Why was this supply chain decarbonisation project needed, and what was the overarching goal the project?
How have the organisations involved demonstrated individual/collective leadership to deliver the desired aims?
What were the key factors which made this particular supply chain decarbonisation project so successful?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Delivery

How was the supply chain decarbonisation project delivered and who were the key stakeholders involved in driving its success?
What systems/standards/requirements were put in place to accelerate progress, and how was this progress measured and benchmarked?
How has this project promoted engagement, collaboration and innovation across the broader industry/supply chain?

(Max. 250 words)

3. The results

How was the project received by suppliers, partners, and other stakeholders?
What results has this project driven in terms of Scope 3 emissions, broader decarbonisation and other sustainability impacts?
What plans are in place to drive continual improvement through this project and drive wider change outside of the organisations involved?

(Max. 250 words)

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Consultancy of the Year

This coveted award is open to any consultancy or advisory firm that is leading the way towards a net-zero carbon economy and has delivered quantifiable improvements in the environmental sustainability of their clients. Specifically, our judges will be looking for consultancies that have gone the extra mile to set and/or deliver against ambitious net-zero programmes, and ultimately ‘walking the walk’ with sustainability and net-zero themselves to deliver tangible results.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to be crowned the winner of Consultancy of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Service

What net-zero related services is the consultancy offering and how is it promoting decarbonisation and 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 on the road to net-zero?

(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

How has the consultancy gone beyond client expectations and really raised the bar on the path to net-zero?
Has the consultancy’s work driven change on a wider scale (outside of its clients) and, if so, how? What other work is the consultancy doing to shape or promote the wider climate agenda?
What steps has the consultancy taken to reduce its own operational environmental footprints?

(Max. 250 words)

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Manufacturer of the Year

Is your organisation deserving of the inaugural Manufacturer of the Year title at edie’s Net-Zero Awards? This special, sector-focused award is open to manufacturing businesses of all sizes that have set ambitious net-zero strategies and are actively adopting green manufacturing practices and clean technologies to accelerate progress. Our judges are looking for manufacturers that are innovating, collaborating and inspiring others across the value chain to accelerate the net-zero transition.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to be crowned the winner of Manufacturer of the Year? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Strategy and business leadership

What decarbonisation targets has the manufacturing organisation set across all three scopes?
What are the biggest decarbonisation challenges faced by the organisation, both operationally and across the supply chain?
What new, bold actions has the organisation taken within the past 18 months to take the lead on net-zero; reduce environmental impacts and promote the low-carbon economy?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Empowerment and engagement

Who is responsible for developing sustainability targets and driving performance, and how is that performance being measured and incentivised?
How is decarbonisation being effectively embedded within the core business and aligned with its overarching purpose?
How has the organisation engaged with its various stakeholders (employees, customers, investors etc) on net-zero and related sustainability issues?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Delivery and results

How has the businesses embraced green best practices and clean technologies?
How has the business promoted its environmental efforts and/or green products?
How has the organisation’s net-zero progress helped to drive change across the wider industry (outside of own operations)?

(Max. 250 words)

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Retail brand of the Year (NEW for 2024)

Net-Zero Strategy of the Year

Thousands of businesses across all major industries have now set decarbonisation targets which support the UK’s wider net-zero goals. But such targets will only be achieved with credible, robust corporate strategies. This coveted award is open to organisations that have developed and/or delivered ambitious decarbonisation strategies which put them on a net-zero carbon trajectory.

Entrants for this category are not required to have a firm net-zero target in place, but our judges will be looking for strategies which seek to drastically reduce emissions through clean technologies, innovative energy systems and unique energy management approaches.

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Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to be crowned the winner of the Net-Zero Strategy of the Year award? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Strategy

What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing carbon? Does it have a net-zero target in place?
How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
How is the decarbonisation strategy aligned with the organisation’s overarching sustainability purpose and objectives?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Development/delivery

How was the decarbonisation strategy developed and how is it being delivered?
How are particular standards/systems/technologies being utilised to support the strategy? Have Science-Based Targets been adopted; or has the organisation joined the Race to Zero initiative – for example?
What else makes this decarbonisation strategy particularly innovative?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Innovation/results

What benefits has the organisation seen from this carbon reduction strategy so far?
How has the organisation gone beyond good practice to reduce carbon in the past 12 months through this strategy?
What work is being carried out by the organisation to evolve the strategy and deliver further carbon reductions over time?

(Max. 250 words)

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Net-Zero Strategy of the Year (SME) (NEW for 2024)

OPEN TO ANY ORGANISATION EMPLOYING FEWER THAN 250 EMPLOYEES

ENTRY IS FREE FOR ORGANISATIONS THAT EMPLOY  UP TO 50 EMPLOYEES (free code provided during entry process).

As the backbone of the economy, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have a huge part to play in achieving a net-zero carbon economy. This special award is open to any business employing fewer than 250 people that have developed and/or delivered ambitious decarbonisation strategies which put them on a net-zero carbon trajectory. Entrants for this category must employ fewer than 250 employees.

Entrants are not required to have a firm net-zero target in place, but our judges will be looking for strategies which seek to drastically reduce emissions through clean technologies, innovative energy systems and unique energy management approaches.

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Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does the organisation deserve to be crowned the winner of the Net-Zero Strategy of the Year (SME) award? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Strategy

What is the organisation’s strategy for reducing carbon? Does it have a net-zero target in place?
How has this strategy changed/adapted over time to ensure continual improvement?
How is the decarbonisation strategy aligned with the organisation’s overarching sustainability purpose and objectives?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Development/delivery

How was the decarbonisation strategy developed and how is it being delivered?
How are particular standards/systems/technologies being utilised to support the strategy? Have Science-Based Targets been adopted; or has the organisation joined the Race to Zero initiative – for example?
What else makes this decarbonisation strategy particularly innovative?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Innovation/results

What benefits has the organisation seen from this carbon reduction strategy so far?
How has the organisation gone beyond good practice to reduce carbon in the past 12 months through this strategy?
What work is being carried out by the organisation to evolve the strategy and deliver further carbon reductions over time?

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Net-Zero Hero

DIRECT ENTRIES AND NOMINATIONS WELCOME

Who should be named the Net-Zero Hero for 2024? This special award recognises outstanding individual performances when it comes to accelerating the net-zero transition and decarbonising business. Whether the person being entered is a CEO, an energy manager, or another professional who is championing decarbonisation within their business – our judges are looking for exceptional individual performers that have driven positive environmental change within their organisation, and have ultimately helped to make the wider case for the net-zero transition.

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Entry summary

Please provide a clear, concise summary of the entry. Why does this individual deserve to win the Net-Zero Hero award for 2024? NOTE: We may use this entry summary as the basis for editorial write-ups and on-the-night materials, so please ensure it is clear and concise.

(Max. 100 words)

1. Leadership and vision

How has the individual driven forward the net-zero carbon/energy management progress of their organisation, and/or the broader net-zero agenda?
What plans, measures and technologies has the individual developed and implemented to improve energy performance and/or cut carbon?
What specific actions has the individual taken to achieve energy management and/or carbon reduction goals?

(Max. 250 words)

2. Development and engagement

How has the individual informed, educated and engaged customers, colleagues and/or the supply chain to enhance energy management and decarbonisation approaches?
What skills did the individual display in driving change – whether it be securing funding or other forms of buy-in for particular energy management projects or initiatives, or driving behaviour change across the business?
How has the individual demonstrated a sound commercial understanding to guarantee the success of particular energy/carbon projects or initiatives?

(Max. 250 words)

3. Innovation and results

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)?
How has the individual gone above and beyond in this area – for example, by championing energy/net-zero among the younger generation, or promoted greater diversity in the energy field?

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