The European Chamber Shanghai Chapter is proud to host the 6th annual Sustainable Business Awards (SBA). The 2022 edition will continue to put sustainability awareness at the forefront of its focus, recognising companies who push for sustainable economic growth, environmental care and social welfare. Applications are open from 27th May to 4th July 2022.

What are the Sustainable Business Awards?

Since being established in 2017, the European Chamber’s Sustainable Business Awards have been improving, growing, and promoting awareness. In collaboration with our knowledge partner, SynTao, the objective of the European Chamber SBA is to:

• Highlight innovative leadership achievement
• Advance sustainability awareness
• Promote responsible business models

What are 2022 awards categories?

Each category will require a detailed strategy and policy, stakeholder engagement, practice and measures, organizational structure and other factors implemented by the company or organization. Categories are adapted to best reflect CSR standards and continue to follow United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals and China’s long-term policies on environmental protection and rural revitalisation.

• Advanced Performer in Decarbonisation
• Navigating Diversity and Inclusion
• Outstanding Environmental Performance
• Pioneer in Advancing Rural Revitalisation
• Resilient Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure Leader
• Sustainability Due Diligence Leader

Why should you apply?

• Demonstrate your company’s leadership in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• Promote your brands at the awards ceremony on 15th September 2022. This year’s ceremony will feature the 6th anniversary of these awards and will be a large Chamber event in Shanghai. Hundreds of attendees will witness this critical moment with you (if the COVID situation by the time allows large on-site capacity).
• Winners’ companies or organisations will be invited to Sustainable CEO Talks to share their cases.

What do you need to know?

Application eligibility applies to all companies and organisations, whether they are members or not of the European Chamber. Members of the European Chamber do not have an application fee; non-members do have a 2,500 RMB application fee. There will be separate awards for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) for each category. Please keep in mind applications close on 4^th July 2022 and we encourage applicants to submit any relevant questions as soon as possible. When applying keep in mind we are looking for:

• Holistic demonstration on strategy, goals, and mechanisms
• One thorough and detailed case
• Data and strong evidence to show your impact
• Leadership and forward-thinking
• Goals and Mechanisms

How will winners be celebrated?

On 15th September 2022, the European Chamber will host a ceremony in Shanghai to award the winners of this year's edition. This event will celebrate the 6^th anniversary of these awards with the presence of members, partners, representatives from EU Member States Consulates, and media.

Ready to apply?

You can download the application forms by visiting the links below. Please note that each award category has a different application form. 

• Advanced Performer in Decarbonisation
• Navigating Diversity and Inclusion
• Outstanding Environmental Performance
• Pioneer in Advancing Rural Revitalisation
• Resilient Industry Innovation and Infrastructure Leader
• Sustainability Due Diligence Leader

The deadline for applications is 4^th July 2022 COB. Once you have completed your application form(s), please email it to sba_submission@europeanchamber.com.cn, naming the email subject as: SBA Application_ [Award Category]_[Your Company Name].

Should you have more questions about SBA and the application, please refer to the Sustainable Business Awards 2022 FAQ file attached below.

Reach out to our team:

• Awards & Application: Contact sba_submission@europeanchamber.com.cn
• Events & Collaboration: Contact Senior Marketing and Events Manager Ms Mei Chu at mchu@europeanchamber.com.cn
• Sponsorship & Membership: Contact Membership and Sponsorship Manager Ms Maureen Dai at mtdai@europeanchamber.com.cn
• Corporate Social Responsibility Forum: Contact Senior Business Manager Ms Tiantian Qi at sustainability@europeanchamber.com.cn

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