- The product or solution must contribute significantly to at least one of the UN’s 17 SDGs.
- It must not significantly compromise any of the SDGs at the same time.
- The product or solution must be marketable and implementable. The implementability and sustainability contribution must be demonstrable.
- Project/product presentation
- Explanation of how your project/product contributes to sustainability and to which SDGs
- Indication of how far the project/product is developed
- Other relevant files that may be relevant for the evaluation of the project/product
FAQ
In this FAQ we answer your questions about the Sustainability Award in Automotive 2024, the application process and the upcoming award ceremony.
What is the Sustainability Award?
The Sustainability Award in Automotive honors outstanding examples of sustainable solutions in a total of three areas. Entries are selected and awarded by a panel of experts on the basis of the United Nations (UN) Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which address key global challenges in the areas of ecology, society and governance. This means:
Who can apply?
Vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, service providers and start-ups with products and services from the passenger car, commercial vehicle, two- and three-wheelers, and micro- and urban mobility sectors.
How can I apply?
Relevant applications may be submitted online beginning September 1, 2023.
What must be included in the application documents?
When does the application period begin and end?
The application period begins September 1, 2023 and ends February 29, 2024.
When are the award winners selected?
The award winners will be selected in May 2024 and are thus known approximately 4 weeks before the conference/award ceremony.
By whom are the award winners selected?
The selection will be made by a panel of experts from science, practice, associations, media and NGOs.
In which context will the award be presented?
The awards will be presented in May, 2024, at the international ATZlive conference Powertrains and Energy Systems of Tomorrow in Chemnitz.
Can I apply with several products/solutions?
If you have several products or solutions to choose from, please select the most promising one and focus your application on one project.
What do I get out of participating in the award?
The awarded seals can be purchased by the winning companies for promotional use. In addition, the award ceremony offers a very good opportunity for exchange.
What are the sustainable development goals (SDGs)?
The SDGs are political objectives of the United Nations (UN) that are intended to ensure sustainable development worldwide on an economic, social and ecological level.