*NEW* Sustainable Initiative Award
Award Category Sponsor:
Opening October 2026
Available to Stadium Experience Member Venues Only
Award Criteria: This award recognises venues that have demonstrated an outstanding commitment to sustainability by embedding environmentally and socially responsible initiatives into their day-to-day operations, culture and long-term strategy.
Entries may showcase one significant initiative, or alternatively a series of complementary initiatives that together have created a meaningful and lasting impact. This could include, but is not limited to, reducing environmental impact, carbon reduction initiatives supporting local communities / charitable causes, improving resource efficiency, promoting biodiversity, reducing waste, sustainable procurement, or enhancing social value.
Judges will be looking for evidence that sustainability is not simply a one-off project, campaign or new build, but an integral part and the culture of how the organisation operates. Successful entries should demonstrate leadership, staff engagement, measurable outcomes, and a clear commitment to continuous improvement.
Examples of initiatives may include:
- Carbon reduction and net zero strategies
- Energy, water and waste reduction programmes
- Sustainable food sourcing and procurement
- Recycling, reuse and circular economy initiatives
- Community partnerships and social impact programmes
- Biodiversity and green space projects
- Staff engagement and sustainability training
- Responsible supply chain initiatives
- Innovation that delivers measurable environmental or social benefits
- Certifications or awards that demonstrate a sustainable approach
Judges will consider:
- How sustainability has been embedded into the organisation’s culture and operations
- The scale and measurable impact of the initiative(s)
- Staff, customer and stakeholder engagement
- Innovation and best practice
- Long-term commitment and plans for continuous improvement
- Evidence that the approach delivers lasting environmental, social and/or economic benefits.
Your Submission: Evidence you could include in your entry could be statistics, customer feedback, pictures etc. Your entry should not exceed 2 pages of A4. Supporting evidence can include statistics, customer feedback, pictures and testimonials (no more than two additional pages).
To Enter: Please complete the entry form below (you can select multiple categories to ensure these are processed on one invoice if preferred). Supporting documents should be submitted to office@stadiumexperience.com by Wednesday 24th March 2027.
Judging Process: This award will be independently judged by a Greengage Solutions. Greengage Solutions are industry experts in sustainability and provide the ECOsmart certification that helps organisations embed sustainable practices, measure environmental impact, and achieve meaningful, long-term environmental and social change.
Judges feedback commentary is available after the awards evening on request. This will aim to include areas the judges were particularly impressed with, areas where more information was required, and a Greengage summary of suggestions for further sustainability initiatives.
Results: Bronze, Silver and Winner awards will be announced and presented at The Stadium Events & Hospitality Awards 2027. All award winners will be invited to the stage to collect their award. Winners will be invited for a brief video interview on the night to share your success.
Closing Date: Wednesday 24th March 2027
Category Cost: £125 (+0.5% admin fee) +VAT. Non-refundable.