Entry Guide
Find out more about entering, including award-winning tips.
The 2026 Sustainable Business Awards are now open for entry!
The Awards, which have been running for 24 years, celebrate success in sustainability.
In the face of unprecedented environmental and social challenges, the Sustainable Business Awards showcase those driving bold action and groundbreaking innovation.
In 2026 there are eight categories, aligned with our mission to drive transformative change. Entries are open until 30 June.
The finalists comprise the Next list, an annual list of innovators, entrepreneurs, projects and organisations. In 2025 there were 119 organisations and people on the list.
Entry to the Sustainable Business Awards is free and open to anyone. All finalists will be considered for nomination to the global Earthshot prize, with £1 million prizes on offer. Good luck!
Awards Categories
Enter the Sustainable Business Awards
Who's Next?
Finalists of the Sustainable Business Awards form the coveted 'Next' list - an annual list of people and organisations leading us towards a better future. In 2025, there were 119 organisations and people on the list.
Past Award winners
View the winners for past years of the Sustainable Business Awards
Sustainable Business Awards – News
Principal Partner
Sponsors
Want to sponsor an award?
Interested in sponsoring the Sustainable Business Awards? Get in touch to discuss.