Sustainability LIVE: Discover The US Awards 2026 Categories
For the very first time, Sustainability LIVE: The US Awards will take place in Chicago in 2026.
The inaugural US Awards will be presented at a black-tie gala dinner at Navy Pier, gathering the leaders driving sustainability excellence across the US and Canada.
Spanning eight sustainability categories, the awards will recognise innovation, leadership and measurable results. From bold strategies to standout individual achievements, the event will honour the executives and organisations setting new industry standards.
Running alongside Procurement and Supply Chain LIVE: The US Awards, the ceremony will unite North America’s top procurement, supply chain and sustainability professionals.
The awards will be held following Day 1 of the US Summit on 21 April 2026.
Read on to discover the full list of categories and find out how to enter.
Enterprise of the Year
This award recognises large enterprises that demonstrate exceptional leadership and measurable progress in sustainability. The winner will have embedded environmental and social responsibility into strategy, operations and culture at scale.
Company of the Year
Celebrating small to medium-sized companies making a big impact, this award recognises organisations with fewer than 1,000 employees that have shown exceptional commitment to sustainability through creativity, measurable results and meaningful change.
CSO of the Year
This award honours a Chief Sustainability Officer, or equivalent senior executive, who has shown outstanding leadership in driving their organisation’s sustainability strategy and delivering measurable business and environmental impact.
The Future Leader Award
Recognising emerging sustainability professionals who are shaping the future of responsible business. This award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional promise, innovation and leadership early in their sustainability careers.
Transformation Project of the Year
This award recognises a transformative sustainability project that has delivered measurable, long-term impact. Whether focused on carbon reduction, supply chain transparency or operational change, the project should demonstrate innovation, scale and tangible results.
The Environmental Impact Award
This award celebrates organisations that have made significant contributions to reducing environmental harm and restoring ecosystems. The winner will demonstrate measurable impact through initiatives such as emissions reduction, waste management or circular economy innovation.
The Tech & AI Award
This award recognises organisations using technology and artificial intelligence to accelerate sustainability outcomes. The winner will demonstrate how digital tools have driven efficiency, transparency or measurable environmental and social progress.
The Nature-Based Solutions Award
This award honours organisations advancing sustainability through the protection, restoration or sustainable management of natural ecosystems. The winner will demonstrate measurable benefits to biodiversity, climate resilience and community wellbeing.
The advantages of entering
Participating in Sustainability LIVE: The US Awards 2026 positions your brand prominently before North American audiences through a blend of integrated marketing, media exposure and on-site recognition.
You’ll connect directly with senior decision-makers and industry pioneers at an exclusive gala event, fostering valuable new business relationships.
The awards programme showcases your organisation as a forward-thinking sustainability leader, while linking you with clients and partners committed to driving innovation.
By partnering with this premier industry event, you establish a credible and lasting presence that strengthens visibility and influence long after the awards night.
Key dates for your diary
- Entries close – 25 Feb 2026
- Judges day – March 2026
- Shortlist announced – March 2026
- Awards ceremony – 21 April 2026