Apply for the IFEAT Sustainability Awards 2026

Please complete this form to apply for the IFEAT 2026 Sustainability Awards. Applications close on 17 July. All fields marked * are mandatory.

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Email*

Contact number*

Part 1: General Information

Company Name*

Contact Person's Name*

First Last

Name of the Project or Initiative*

Company Size*

Exact Number of Employees*

Key Sustainability Contact

Please provide the name, email address, and official designation/title of the primary decision-maker within your organisation for all matters related to sustainability and project impact.

Sustainability Contact Name*

First Last

Designation/Job Title

Elibigility Confirmation*

My organisation is a current member of IFEAT and has paid its annual membership fee in full

The project submitted addresses both environmental and socio-economic sustainability.

The project is already implemented, is beyond pilot stage, and demonstrates measurable outcomes.

Your project and organisation must meet all of the eligibility criteria. Please tick each to confirm this is the case.

Product Category*

Flavour

Fragrances

Ingredients

Other

Which product category does your project relate to? Tick all that apply.

Other Product Category

Ingredient Type*

Natural Based

Fossil Based/Synthetic

Naturally Derived

Are the ingredients used in your project natural-based, fossil-based/synthetic or naturally derived (a combination of natural and synthetic components)? Tick all that apply.

Is your project linked to a specific commodity?*

Yes

Which commodity is it associated with?

What percentage of your total sales volume or revenue does this commodity represent?

0 to 25%

25% to 50%

More than 50%

Part 2: Environmental Impact

Please describe the environmental impact of your project.*

What actions were taken, why, and how were they implemented? E.g., GHG reduction, water conservation, biodiversity, regenerative agriculture, green chemistry, etc.

How do you measure environmental impact?*

Describe the methodologies used (internal assessments, third-party audits, certifications, etc.) and share relevant results. E.g., 10% reduction in energy consumption in X plant between 2023 and 2025 (max. 500 words)

To what extent has your project driven environmental transformation?*

Incremental: Small improvements within existing practices/systems. E.g., Improved water usage in existing distillery.

Adaptive: Moderate changes that respond to local context, improve resilience or modify current processes. E.g., Replacing fossil fuel with biomass for rural operations.

Innovative: New method or tool introduced to address a sustainability challenge, not widely adopted yet. E.g., Use of blockchain for traceability in products sourcing.

Disruptive: Structural shifts that redefines industry norms, influences the value chain and sets new benchmarks. E.g., Shifting entire sourcing model to regenerative agroforestry with shared governance.

Choose the option that best applies.

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

Part 3: Socio-Economic Impact

Describe the socio-economic impact of your project.*

What actions were taken, why, and how were they implemented? E.g., human rights, livelihood improvements, wages, cultural preservation, community empowerment. (Max. 750 words)

How do you measure socio-economic impact?*

Explain the methods used such as surveys, social audits, impact reports or other approaches. Please share key results. E.g., 50 farmers trained in regenerative practices in Southern India in 2024. (Max. 500 words)

How would you classify the level of social transformation your project represents?*

Incremental: Small improvements within existing practices/systems (e.g., training for local workers employed in your supply chain)

Adaptive: Moderate changes that respond to local context, improve resilience or modify current processes (e.g., fairer pricing model)

Innovative: New method or tool introduced to address a sustainability challenge, not widely adopted yet (e.g. equipping farmers with low-cost IoT sensors to predict crop readiness)

Disruptive: Structural shifts that redefines industry norms, influences the value chain and sets new benchmarks (e.g., women-led cooperative, distributing fair profits and reinvesting in conservation and community wellbeing)

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

Part 4: Scalability

How scalable is your project? Does it require advanced tools, technologies or specialised know-how? is it replicable in other contexts?*

High complexity: Requires advanced tools, technologies, or specialised expertise; replicability is limited

Moderate complexity: Some technical knowledge or adaptation needed; replicable with support

Low complexity: Simple tools or practices; easily replicable by others in similar contexts

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

Is your project financially viable at scale?*

High investment; not yet financially viable (High cost, early-stage and no revenue yet)

Dependent on grants or subsidies to scale (Generates some revenue, but reliant on external support)

High ROI, long-term value creation (high up-front costs, but strong future returns)

Low-cost and scalable with viable model (Operationally efficient, with clear cost-revenue structure)

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

To what extent can your project be applied across different regions or portfolio?*

Limited to one country or very specific context; or applies to <5% of product portfolio

Relevant at a regional level; or applies to <10% of portfolio

Implemented in multiple countries or adaptable in similar markets; or applies to <25% of portfolio

Globally applicable or highly versatile across regions; or applies to <50% of portfolio

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

Part 5: Engagement

Describe the level of collaboration in your project.

Minimal collaboration – Internal collaboration only (e.g. R&D team)

Limited value chain collaboration – Coordination with 1–2 direct partners (e.g., supplier or buyer)

Multi-stakeholder vertical collaboration – Involves actors across the value chain (e.g., farmers, distillers, start-ups, etc)

Cross-sector collaboration with shared governance – Includes vertical and horizontal partners (e.g., NGOs, local institutions and communities, cooperatives, and private sector actors)

Please explain your choice. (Max. 150 words)*

Have you communicated publicly on this project or initiative?*

Yes

Please share what communication channels were used (corporate communication materials, annual report, press, social media, newsletter, etc.)

Where possible, please share evidence such as links, or upload as files in the following supporting documents section.

Part 6: Supporting Materials

Please upload supporting documents*

Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, Max. file size: 100 MB, Max. files: 3.

Max 20 pages per document.

Note 1: Supporting materials are optional and intended to complement your application. They are not the main source of information and may be consulted by the jury if needed.

Note 2: Ensure all documents are anonymised (use company names only; no personal names or photos of people, to protect privacy and ensure an objective review.). Rename files using the format CompanyName_ProjectName_DocumentName .pdf.

By uploading, you confirm your materials comply with the above.

Optional links to additional materials

While we require the main application documents must remain fully anonymised, you may share links to external videos, project photos, or case studies that include individuals. These external materials submitted will be accessed securely and exclusively by the IFEAT team.

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Confirmation*

I confirm that all information provided is true, accurate, and reflects the project’s current state.

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Apply for the IFEAT Sustainability Awards 2026

Part 1: General Information

Key Sustainability Contact

Part 2: Environmental Impact

Part 3: Socio-Economic Impact

Part 4: Scalability

Part 5: Engagement

Part 6: Supporting Materials