Asian Waste Management Awards

 The awards will be given in the following categories in each country. 

Overall Performance Categories:

• Circular Economy Leadership of the Year
• Waste Management Excellence of the Year

Initiative / Project Focused Categories:

• Cross-Border Collaboration of the Year
• E-Waste Management Initiative of the Year
• Food Waste Reduction Programme of the Year
• Green Packaging Initiative of the Year
• Hazardous Waste Management Initiative of the Year
• Plastic Waste Reduction Initiative of the Year
• Recycling Initiative of the Year
• Waste Management Technology of the Year
• Waste Policy and Regulation Initiative of the Year
• Initiative of the Year

Operational / Internal- Focused initiatives

• Customer Service Initiative of the Year
• ESG Integration Excellence of the Year
• Employee Engagement Initiative of the Year
• Internal Waste Reduction Initiative of the Year
• Marketing Campaign of the Year
• Operational Efficiency Initiative of the Year
• Risk Management Initiative of the Year
• Technical Training Initiative of the Year
• Waste Audit Integration of the Year 

1. Each nominee can nominate for a maximum of three (3) entries only.
2. Awards will be judged by esteemed industry experts based on nominations received.
3. Each nomination form is valid for 1 entry only. If you are nominating for several categories, please enter each entry separately.
4. The nomination is free of charge. Should you win, by opting for one of the winners package option below, you can secure your seats at the prestigious awards dinner and gain access to a wide range of valuable benefits. Email [email protected] for more information on pricing and inclusion.

Companies and organisations are encouraged to submit their overall achievements from the past year, as well as any projects or initiatives that meet the following criteria:

1. Completed either partially or fully within the 12 calendar months of 2023.
2. Completed and launched prior to 2023 but have integrated recent innovations for further enhancement.

Overall Performance Categories

Achievements

• What significant achievements has the entity made in waste management, sustainability, and environmental improvement?
• How has the entity positively influenced waste management practices, including waste reduction, recycling, and innovative approaches?
• Can the entity demonstrate tangible outcomes benefiting social and environmental well-being?

Challenges & Solutions

• How effectively has the entity understood waste management challenges?
• What creative strategies has the entity used to overcome challenges?
• How has the entity adapted to changing circumstances in waste management?

Innovation

• What notable technological innovations has the entity introduced? 
• How has the entity innovated its business model to support sustainable waste management? 
• Can the entity demonstrate partnerships driving innovation in waste management?

Initiative and Project Award Categories

Uniqueness & Innovation

• How does your project or initiative introduce new and innovative approaches, technologies, or practices in waste management?
• What aspects of your project demonstrate originality, inventiveness, or out-of-the-box thinking in addressing waste challenges or achieving waste management objectives?
• In what ways does your project utilise cutting-edge solutions, state-of-the-art technologies, or novel methodologies that differentiate it from conventional approaches?

Effectiveness & Impact

• To what extent has your project achieved its stated goals and objectives in terms of waste management, conservation, or service provision?
• Can it be replicated or scaled up to have a broader impact on waste management practices or addressing waste-related challenges?
• What are the positive outcomes and benefits delivered by your project to various stakeholders, including communities, industries, ecosystems, or the broader society?

Dynamism

• How has your project demonstrated adaptability to changing circumstances, such as evolving waste management demands, regulatory changes, or technological advancements?
• Describe the level of collaboration and partnership established with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, local communities, NGOs, or private sector entities.
• How do you ensure the long-term viability of your project, including its sustainability and its potential to endure and continue delivering positive impacts over an extended period?
   

1. Go to the online nomination form of Asian Waste Management Awards.
2. Fill out the form with details about company and entrant.
3. Choose your category.
4. Provide the project title and 500-word write-up.
5. Upload 3 mid-resolution project photos 
6. Should you wish to provide supporting documents to substantiate your entry, upload them in the online nomination form or send them on or before 19 July 2024 to [email protected].

The supporting documents must be in pdf, powerpoint and/or jpg format; Google drive, Youtube.com or Vimeo.com links must be provided if you are sending supporting videos.
Upon hitting the SUBMIT button, you will receive a nomination confirmation to your email containing the details of your entry. 

Nomination is free. If your company emerges as a winner, you have the chance to fully leverage the benefits of winning by selecting from a variety of winner's package options we have. This enables you to secure seats at the awards dinner alongside other winners and gain exclusive access to promotional benefits.

To know more about the winners package entitlements and pricing, please email [email protected].

Deadline for submission: 19 July 2024, Friday
Awards presentation: October 2024