Our expert judges have been inspired and excited by the diverse range of applications this year and we are pleased to announce the shortlist for this year’s Sustain Wales Awards. All 10 winners will be announced during the Awards Ceremony on 30 November in Cardiff.
Vote Now in each category for the project or initiative that you think deserves to win a Sustain Wales Award. Click on the links below to find out more information on our finalists:
Sustainability Champion (nominations) – Sponsored by Trinity Saint David
This category recognises individuals who have inspired real change in their organisation and have contributed positively to the awareness of Sustainable Development in Wales.
Frankie Hobro
Chris Blake
Phil Williams
Sustainable School – Sponsored by The Open University Wales
Open to primary and secondary schools, this category recognises the school or educational initiative that really stands out.
Ysgol Bae Baglan – Stride Treglown
Eco Icans Challenge – Thornhill Primary School
Y Gymru a Garem – Ysgol Gymraeg Brynsierfel / CISP Multimedia
Sustainable FE/HE Institution – Sponsored by Acuity Legal
Open to further and higher education institutions, this category is looking for strong evidence of impact or innovation.
SWell Staff Engagement Programme and The Student Energy Project (TSEP) – Swansea University and Amber Energy
Centre of Excellence – Bridgend College
Pharmbees – Cardiff University
Sustainable Venue/ Space
Open to all venues, places and spaces this category recognises innovative approaches to creating low carbon, resilient, safe and attractive communities.
Building Community – Down to Earth
Small Changes, Big Value – St David’s Partnership
More than just a Bowling Alley – Xcel Bowl
Sustainable Innovation in Public Services
Open to all public sector organisations, this award recognises a team or project within the public service sector that have gone beyond statutory requirements of the Well-being of Future Generations Act.
Snowdon Partnership Plan – Snowdonia National Park
NRW’s Carbon Positive Project – Natural Resources Wales
Our Space – Public Health Wales / Greenstream Flooring
Sustainable Business – Sponsored by Gwyrdd Creative Communications
This category is open to businesses and entrepreneurs who have demonstrated that adopting innovative sustainability practices leads to business success.
The Sustainability Challenge 2016/17 – Griffiths
Responsible Finance – Robert Owen Community Banking
Sustainable New Build Systems and Retrofit Insulation Systems for Old Buildings – Ty-Mawr Lime
Sustainable Community Group – Sponsored by Asiantaeth Ynni Severn Wye Energy Agency
We are looking for inspirational voluntary groups and projects that have achieved positive change within their community.
Recycle4Charity – Pembrokeshire Care Share & Give
Pentrebane Zone
The Development of Pontyberem Park – Pontyberem Community Park Association
Sustainable Social Enterprise – Sponsored by Social Business Wales
Open to all Social Enterprises/Community Interest Companies who are delivering positive impact through inclusive and innovative approaches.
Wind Farm and Sustainable Community Fund – Awel Co-op
Community Energy Network – Datblygiadau Egni Gwledig (DEG)
YnNi Teg
Sustainable Practice in Arts, Culture or Sport (NEW)
Open to organisations within the arts, cultural and sports sector who have significantly improved the environmental and social well-being of their organisation and/ or community.
BBC Roath Lock Studios – Sustainable TV Production Certificate
‘It Doesn’t Have To be That Way’ – Breaking the cycles of abuse, violence and control
Arts from the Armchair – Theatr Clwyd / Betsi Cadwaldr University Health Board
Special Recognition Award
Nominated by the Cynnal Cymru team and board, this special Award recognises an individual or organisation that has shown extraordinary determination, belief and commitment to the sustainable development cause. This Award is selected independently and will be announced on the night.
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