Global Sustainability
Awards
GSA 2025 Organizer
Global Sustainability Awards 2026
Vision: To create 100 Million changemakers in the world in the next 10 years.
The Global Sustainability Awards (GSA) is an international initiative recognizing outstanding contributions by all towards achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
This is more than an award – it’s a global movement that connects and inspires changemakers. We have created a vibrant platform where schools, students, educators, colleges, startups, corporates, NGOs, and individuals working on sustainability can come together, collaborate, learn from each other, and enhance their own impact in the process.
Last 5 editions of GSA (2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025) saw participation from over 5,000 students, teachers, schools, NGOs & Startups from over 55 countries across the globe.
To strengthen its global impact, GSA is opening up regional chapters of the Awards in various countries.
Global Sustainability Awards 2026
Local Action, Global Impact
In 2026, GSA will be hosted across three global chapters:
Atlanta Chapter
(USA)
Dubai Chapter
(UAE)
Delhi Chapter
(INDIA)
Each chapter reflects its regional priorities while remaining united by a shared global mission — to create 100 million changemakers globally.
With multiple chapters across the world, GSA envisions that local efforts are recognized on a global stage. Every community has its champions, and through GSA, their stories can be celebrated and shared to inspire others. By honouring both grassroot innovators and large-scale initiatives, we weave together a powerful network of people united by one goal – a sustainable future.
Choose the chapter which is closest to your physical location. If the desired category is not available in your nearest chapter, you can apply in any other chapter of your choice.
Our Global Partners
Wellness Partner
Knowledge Partner
Skilling Partner
Impact Partner
Startup Outreach Partner
Sustainability Partner
Social Media Partner
Event Partner
Tech Partner
Impact Advocacy Partner
Event Partner
Knowledge Partner
Analytics Partner
Travel Partner
ARC Academy Logistic Partner
Environment Partner
Conscious Living Destination Partner
We have a dream
to create 100 million changemakers in this world
Anit & Ritu
Voice of Youth-
We need commitment from all of you
Aavya
Your Journey with GSA
1
Choose Your Chapter (Atlanta, Dubai, or Delhi)
2
Select the Category
3
Submit Your Project
4
Evaluation & declaration of results
5
Showcase & Awards Ceremony at the chapter level
Apply now in your category
Out of the following, each chapter may have different categories in which participants can apply.
Schools
School Leaders
All school principals imbibing sustainability and climate education in their schools are eligible to apply.
School Educators
All school educators innovating to educate students about sustainability or working on projects related to SDGs can apply.
College Educators
All college educators innovating to educate students about sustainability or working on projects related to SDGs can apply.
Startups
All startups creating products/services based on the principles of SDGs can apply.
Preschools
All preschools (educating students in preprimary grades) working on SDGs and climate education are eligible to apply.
Individuals Changemakers
All startups creating products/services based on the principles of SDGs can apply.
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“It is not a competition, it is a collaboration”
– Ritu Malhotra, Anit Gupta & Anuj Ramatri
The objective of these awards is to recognize and reward the efforts of schools, teachers, students, NGOs and Startups towards sustainability to make this world a better place. This initiative will also help us push for Agenda 2030. It will encourage schools to take definitive steps towards Education for Sustainable Development. It will also provide the institutions and individuals a platform to showcase their efforts towards a sustainable future. At the same time, this will spread awareness about the best sustainability practices across the world, enabling others to learn from them.
Why Should You Join the Global Sustainability Conference & Awards 2025?
This November, discover what real sustainability looks like – straight from the voices shaping it. From students and educators to industry leaders and grassroots innovators, this conference brings together people who are making real-world change.
Learn from inspiring panels, explore creative solutions, and be part of meaningful discussions. Whether you are new to sustainability or already involved, this is your chance to grow, connect and contribute to a greener tomorrow.
The Moment Is Here — Join the Ceremony Live!
Day 1: 1st Nov 2025 Live Stream
Day 2: 2nd Nov 2025 Live Stream
GSA 2025 Timeline
Round 1
Fill the google form (links above) by 15th April (extended) 15th July 2025. Results of the first round will be announced by 15th Aug 2025.
Round 2 (Final)
Video submissions (invitations will be sent after 15th Aug 2025). Second round results will be declared by 1st Oct 2025.
Event ceremony
At Miranda House College, University of Delhi, New Delhi, India
SDG Ambassadors for GSA 2026
Meet the champions helping us spread the message of sustainability around the world.
Marcela Vilan
About Marcela Vilan
Surjeet Khanna
About Surjeet Khanna
Akanksha Arora
About Akanksha Arora
Parul Bajaj
About Parul Bajaj
Dr. Jenifer Robinson
About Dr. Jenifer Robinson
Bindu Saju Joseph
About Bindu Saju Joseph
Pratima Verma
About Pratima Verma
Shweta Awasthi
About Shweta Awasthi
Noel Espinosa
About Noel Espinosa
Mayur Jhunjhunwal
About Mayur Jhunjhunwal
Adetutu Esther Adegoke
About Adetutu Esther Adegoke
Makanjuola Aanu Janet
About Makanjuola Aanu Janet
Chancy George Chirwa
About Chancy George Chirwa
Dhaval S. Patt
About Dhaval S. Patt
Brenda Yong
About Brenda Yong
Omobolanle Arotiba
About Omobolanle Arotiba
Karim Ssensamba
About Karim Ssensamba
Ira Vishwakarma
About Ira Vishwakarma
Aarti Bagdi Gill
About Aarti Bagdi Gill
Mona Gupta
About Mona Gupta
Rayirth Mookhopadhyay
About Rayirth Mookhopadhyay
Hema Malini
About Hema Malini
Lovey Gupta
About Lovey Gupta
Melita Coutinho
About Melita Coutinho
Alex Kiseli
About Alex Kiseli
Saba Ahmed
About Saba Ahmed
Priyanka Randhawa
About Priyanka Randhawa
Divya Pechimuthu
About Divya Pechimuthu
Shivani Chaturvedi
About Shivani Chaturvedi
Anupam Sharma
About Anupam Sharma
Anuj Dinesh Malewar
About Anuj Dinesh Malewar
Paz Escobar
About Paz Escobar
Neetu Sharma
About Neetu Sharma
Our Guests, Speakers & Panelist
Dr. Vibha Dhawan
Ravi Singh
Karuna Singh
Rupa Chakravarty
Prabhjot Sodhi
Avantika Tokas Midha
Dr. Ashok K. Pandey
Richa Jain Kallra
Sarika Panchhi
Ananth Padmanabhan
Ashwani Khurana
Mohammed Asif
Neha Raghav
Livleen Kahlon
Neela Majumdar
Diki Bhutia
Joyeeta Mazumdar
Karan Thakur
Thakur S Pherwani
Anand Acharya
Amarnath Paluru
Dr. Amitosh verma
RJ Sarthak
Sandeep Shrivastava
Alok A. Kumar
Gursharan Singh
Princy John
Jerome Gnanaprakasam
Dhirender
Peepal Baba
Vineet Vohra
Influencers
Anuj Ramatri
Vineet Panchhi
RAKESH KHATRI
Ripudaman Belvi
Shweta Dalmia
Jury for GSA 2025
Meet the leaders helping us recognize changemakers across sustainability, innovation, and impact.
Jaimie P. Cloud
Founder, Cloud Institute
About Jaimie
Philippia Neave
Senior Lead, Project 21
About Philippia
Dr. Ger Graus
OBE, Educator & Speaker
About Dr. Ger Graus
Barbara Makowka
MD, ISA Hamburg
About Barbara
Dr. Manpan Wanguk
Found, Susta. World Co'op
About Dr. Manpan Wanguk
Dhanesh Kothari
Serial Tech. Enterpreneur
About Dhanesh Kothari
Dr. Atul Mehta
CEO, Pay10
About Dr. Atul Mehta
Rajat Shakti
State Head, Radio Channel
About Rajat Shakti
Shibani Sethi
Chapters by Shibani
About Shibani Sethi
Anuradha P. Dhawan
Around The Des
About Anuradha P. Dhawan
Shikha Miglani
Co CEO, Saarthee
About Shikha Miglani
Voices from Schools & Academia
Abhilasha Singh
Anita Sharma
India
Jyoti Arora
Geetika Bahuguna
India
Raman Bajaj
Rohit Dua
Paramjeet Kaur Dhillon
Collaborating for Sustainable Change
Working with the Global Sustainability Awards team means engaging with passionate professionals dedicated to celebrating and promoting sustainability. We value collaboration, creativity, and community, ensuring a rewarding experience that extends beyond awards and recognitions.
