Key Dates
Plan your submission journey with confidence.
CURRENT STAGE
JUL 2026
APPLICATION OPENS
Applications open for corporate 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 by 18 Dec 2026.
Submission Stage
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Complete Online Assessment with Supporting Document
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 arrangement
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 Other Excellence
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, Panel Judges and Framework Advisor
Mr. Cyrus CHEUNG
Director - Strategic Finance & Operations
New World Development Company Limited
Mr. Derek IP, CFA
Independent Climate Tech Adviser
Prof. Kenneth LEUNG
Director of Sustainability/Net-Zero Office
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Ir Prof.
LAM Cheuk Fung
Executive Committee Member
Hong Kong
Green Strategy Alliance
Ir Linda W P HO
Chief Executive Officer
Green Council
Ms Serena MAK
Executive Director Sustainable Finance Institutional Banking Group
DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited
Ir Sophia LAU
Director
ASEL Environmental Consulting Company Limited
Dr. Eva CHAN
Chairman
Hong Kong Investor Relations Association
Prof. Christine LOH, SBS, JP, OBE
Chief Development Strategist
Institute for the Environment
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Supporting Organisation
365d
24h
60m
60s
Application close in:
Honoring 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.
#5
Announcement and Recognition
Award recipients are announced and recognized 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.
#1
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.