Key Dates
Plan your submission journey with confidence.
CURRENT STAGE
JUL 2026
APPLICATION OPENS
Applications open for corporates or organisations to enter the Awards.
Submission Stage
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Submit application form
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Submit confirmation form
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Complete payment
DEC 2026
Submission Deadline
All entries and supporting materials must be submitted on or before 31 Dec 2026.
Submission Stage
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Complete online assessment with supporting documents
First Quarter of 2027
Shortlist &
pRESENTATION
Submitted entries will be reviewed and evaluated based on the judging criteria.
Judging Stage
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Await for the screening,
further judging and presentation arrangements
First Quarter of 2027
Final Review & Announcement
Participating corporates will be informed of the results before the award ceremony.
Judging Stage
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Provide an organisation profile for the e-brochure
Second Quarter of 2027
Award Ceremony
Award recipients will be announced and recognised at the ceremony.
Announcement Stage
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Attend the award ceremony with fellow honourees
Built on Credibility, Guided by Experts
Net Zero Awards for Excellence brings together respected institutions, cross-sector leaders, and expert judges to recognise organisations shaping the future of net zero.
Organising Committee Members, Framework Advisor and Panel Judges
Mr. Cyrus CHEUNG
Director - Strategic Finance & Operations
New World Development Company Limited
Ir Linda W P HO
Chief Executive Officer
Green Council
Prof. Christine LOH, SBS, JP, OBE
Chief Development StrategistInstitute for the Environment
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Supporting Organisations
365d
24h
60m
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Honouring organisations that drive measurable progress in decarbonisation, low-carbon innovation, and sustainable transformation.
Hong Kong's First Independent Net-Zero Assessment Framework for
Corporates and Organisations
NET ZERO AWARDS for
EXCELLENCE
Why Net Zero Awards for Excellence Matters
In a rapidly evolving sustainability landscape, credible recognition matters.
Net Zero Awards for Excellence highlights leadership, accelerates visibility, and strengthens stakeholder confidence.
Leadership Recognition
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Showcase your organisation’s role in driving net zero transformation.
Brand and Reputation
02
Strengthen trust among customers, investors, and partners.
Strategic ESG Communication
03
Translate sustainability efforts into credible external narratives.
Industry Influence
04
Stand alongside leading organisations shaping the future of decarbonisation.
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Announcement and Recognition
Award recipients are announced and recognised through official channels and event platforms.
#4
Final Jury Review
Shortlisted entries proceed to final evaluation by the jury panel.
#3
Preliminary Evaluation
Submissions are assessed by expert reviewers based on defined criteria.
#2
Eligibility Review
All entries are reviewed to ensure category fit and submission completeness.
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Application Submission
Complete the online application and provide supporting materials.
Application Review Flow
A structured review framework ensures every submission is assessed with fairness, expertise, and clarity.
Application Support
We provide practical resources to help organisations prepare stronger submissions with greater confidence.