NSW Government's Green Globe Awards

The NSW Government’s Green Globe Awards, are the leading environment awards, recognising environmental excellence, leadership and innovation in NSW.

NSW small and large businesses, individuals, state and local government and community groups who can demonstrate significant environmental achievements in NSW are encouraged to apply for a Green Globe Award.


2012 nominations closing soon!

Nominations are open for the 13th annual Green Globe Awards. The Nomination Guide (120199GGNguide.pdf, 924KB) contains information on how to nominate, the judges criteria and the Terms and Conditions of Entry.

Entering the Green Globe Awards provides the opportunity to:

  • gain public recognition at the highest level in NSW
  • showcase the innovative work, expertise and vision of your organisation or project
  • network with industry, government and environmental leaders
  • learn about other projects and initiatives and share ideas with key stakeholders
  • promote your participation in your marketing 
  • further motivate your staff and suppliers by recognising their efforts in sustainability and environmental management
  • build on your corporate reputation and community engagement strategies through your public commitment to the environment.

An independent judging panel consisting of experts in the fields of energy, water, sustainability, waste and science will review and score each nomination. The top entries will be short-listed and announced as finalists on 1st August. The 2012 Green Globe Award winners will be presented at an invitation only award ceremony hosted by the Minister for Environment at NSW Parliament House in September.

Nominations close at 5pm Thursday 7 June 2012.

Start your nomination now

It’s easy to nominate for a Green Globe Award, just follow the following steps:

  1. download and read the nomination guide (120199GGNguide.pdf, 924KB)
  2. select an award category
  3. review the judges criteria and check the entry rules and eligibility
  4. create your nomination
  5. submit your nomination BEFORE 5pm (AEST) on Thursday 7 June 2012.

Allow yourself plenty of time to create your nomination to avoid a last minute rush.

Sponsor the 2012 Green Globe Awards

Sponsorship opportunities (20120200Spnsr, 639KB) are now available for the 2012 Green Globe Awards. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to align your organisation with the NSW Government’s leading environmental awards.

To find out how your organisation will benefit email greenglobes@environment.nsw.gov.au or call 02 9995 5000.

Green Globe Award winners

Green Globe Award winners demonstrate significant achievement in environmental management across New South Wales.

The 2011 winner of the Premier’s Award for Sustainability Excellence was Investa Property Group. Investa launched a number of initiatives having a significant impact on the way commercial buildings operate. Find out more about Investa’s achievements and all of the outstanding 2011 winners.


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Previous winners

2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2006 | 2005

More information

If you would like information about the Green Globe Awards refer to the FAQs or contact OEH on 1300 361 967 or email greenglobes@environment.nsw.gov.au

Page last updated: 23 May 2012