Deadline: Unspecified
In 2025, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), a specialized agency of the United Nations, will launch the ONE World Sustainability Awards. These prestigious awards are a hallmark UNIDO initiative to recognize and promote ground-breaking contributions to sustainable industrial development worldwide.
Rooted in the United Nations’ global agenda on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) the awards showcase businesses and individuals who demonstrate excellence in sustainability and innovation aligned with the UN’s vision for a just, inclusive, and sustainable future.
Award Categories
Applicants will be invited to apply within the following main categories:
- Sustainable Supply Chain
- Innovative Startups
- Women in Industry
By applying, you join a UN-led movement dedicated to advancing sustainable industrial development in line with internationally agreed standards such as the SDGs and ESG frameworks. The awards provide more than recognition; they open doors to UNIDO’s global networks and expertise.
Winners will gain:
- Credibility and visibility as leaders in sustainability endorsed by the leading experts in industrial sustainability within the United Nations standards
- International recognition through UNIDO’s solution platform
- Networking opportunities at the Global Industry Summit, a high-profile UN convening with stakeholders from more than 170 countries
- Further long-term inclusion in UNIDO’s private sector networks and events
Eligibility
- Companies embedding sustainability into industrial operations
- Organizations and institutions advancing sustainable industrial practices
- Innovative start-ups driving sustainable solutions
- Entrepreneurs and individuals making significant sustainable impacts in industry
Applications will be rigorously evaluated by an independent jury of distinguished international experts with deep experience in sustainability, industrial development, and innovation. This jury operates under the highest standards of impartiality and transparency, guided by UNIDO’s expertise as the specialized UN agency for inclusive and sustainable industrial development and public-private partnerships.
The assessment process is firmly grounded in a nuanced framework that encompasses considerations regarding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance. This ensures that winning initiatives not only demonstrate excellence but also align with the broader mission to promote responsible, equitable, and resilient industrial growth worldwide.
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