1. Environmental leadership

For companies, organizations, and leaders who are implementing a comprehensive approach to environmental management—from reducing emissions and increasing energy efficiency to implementing a circular economy and restoring natural ecosystems. This nomination recognizes those for whom caring for the environment is not a legal requirement, but a conscious mission.

2. Social influence and the power of communities

For companies, organizations and initiatives that create a tangible positive impact on communities, increase social cohesion, expand opportunities for vulnerable groups and strengthen a culture of mutual support. Special emphasis is placed on projects that change the quality of people's lives, promote equality of opportunity and are in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

3. Ethical governance, trust and ESG development in the financial sector

For banks and financial institutions that integrate ESG into risk management, investment, lending and corporate governance processes. The contribution of Ukrainian financial institutions that raise ESG management standards, implement transparent risk assessment processes, develop green financing and support clients in the transition to sustainable business models is separately recognized.

4. Innovation and best available technology

The awards recognize companies, organizations, or startups that develop and implement technological, digital, and other innovative solutions that contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. These can be either their own unique developments or the adaptation of Best Available Technologies that increase business efficiency, reduce negative environmental impact, enhance social responsibility, and create added value for society.

5. Sustainable and ethical supply chain

For companies and organizations that implement and develop ethical practices in their supply chain, ensure compliance with workers' rights and decent work standards, minimize the environmental footprint in production and logistics processes, and support partners in developing sustainable approaches.

6. Partnership for Sustainable Development

Recognition of the best partnership projects implemented with the participation of business, the public sector, public organizations, educational institutions and/or local governments that make a significant contribution to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, protecting the environment, addressing social and economic challenges, and promoting peace and sustainable development.

1. Eco-Leader of the Year

For professionals who implement significant environmental and climate initiatives, implement innovative "green" solutions, restore natural resources and inspire communities and businesses for ecological transformation. This nomination is open to leaders, experts, activists and innovators who reduce their carbon footprint, popularize the principles of the circular economy and demonstrate an example of personal responsibility for the environment.

2. Social Innovator of the Year

For leaders who create and implement social initiatives that can change people's lives and strengthen communities. It's about those who promote inclusion, develop local opportunities, support vulnerable groups, and create an environment of mutual support and collaboration.

3. Educational and awareness-raising leader for sustainable development

For teachers, researchers, trainers and media experts who shape a culture of sustainable thinking through their work. This is about people who create educational programs, conduct training, publish research and initiate public discussions to make sustainable development part of everyday practice.

4. Youth Leader of Change
(Youth Impact Award)

For young activists, entrepreneurs or teams (under 30) implementing bold and creative projects with environmental, social or innovative impact. It's about a new generation of leaders who don't wait for the future, but create it today - decisively, responsibly and inspiredly.