Award Themes
Each theme has been designed to capture the most pressing global challenges and forward-looking solutions in the water, waste, and sustainability sector:
Sustainable Water Management in Industries
Celebrating businesses that balance growth with responsibility.
Providing Clean Drinking Water & Sanitation
Honoring efforts that uplift communities and ensure equity.
Innovations in Wastewater Treatment
Spotlighting technological and operational breakthroughs.
AI & Digital Technologies in Water & Wastewater
Empowering smart infrastructure and predictive systems.
Waste Management – Solid & Liquid Waste
Integrating circular economy, resilience, and green growth pathway.
Water Conservation & Rainwater Harvesting
Reviving traditional wisdom with modern tools.
Sustainable Water Management in Industries
Celebrating businesses that balance growth with responsibility.
Communication, Awareness & Community Engagement
Amplifying powerful voices in driving social change.
Climate Change Adaptation in Water Management
Turning global risk into regional system resilience.
Policy, Partnerships & Governance in Water
Scaling solutions through leadership and collective action.
JUDGING CRITERIA
Entries will be assessed using a balanced scorecard, ensuring fairness and transparency across all themes:
- Innovation (20%) – originality, creativity, and fresh solutions.
- Impact (20%) – measurable improvements (e.g., water saved, communities reached).
- Sustainability (20%) – long-term viability, SDG alignment, low lifecycle footprint.
- Scalability & Replicability (15%) – potential to expand to larger geographies.
- Execution & Implementation (15%) – discipline in delivery and adaptability.
- Stakeholder Engagement (10%) – inclusivity, partnerships, and stakeholder ownership.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Every submission must provide a compelling, well-documented applicatIion with the following:
Completed application form & organizational / Individual profile.
Executive summary of the project/initiative (max 1500 words).
Evidence of performance: reports, third-party validation (if done), impact metrics.
Technical documentation (for technologies/products).
Before–after Impact Data (KPIs achieved).
Reference/testimonial letters for credibility.
MARKING SYSTEM
Each entry is scored out of 100 points (with a minimum of 60 points required to be shortlisted):