NZI is proud to be the Principal Partner of SBN’s Sustainable Business Awards 2026.

Entries to the 2026 Sustainable Business Awards are now open.

NZI is proud to be the Principal Partner of the Sustainable Business Awards, now in their 24th year.

In the face of growing environmental and social challenges, the Sustainable Business Awards celebrate organisations and individuals driving bold action and groundbreaking innovation.

This year’s awards have expanded to eight categories, broadening their reach to a wider pool of entrants.

  • Emerging Transformational Leader
  • Market Activation
  • Outstanding Collaboration
  • Bold Capital
  • Beyond Awareness
  • Regenerating Nature
  • The supreme award – Next Aotearoa Award

Explore category details and learn how to enter the awards here Sustainable Business Awards - SBN

The finalists will comprise the Next list, an annual list of innovators, entrepreneurs, projects and organisations. Last year there were a record-breaking 119 organisations and people on the list. 

Congratulations to the 2025 winners and commendations. 

About SBN

Next Fest is proudly brought to you by the Sustainable Business Network (SBN).

SBN works on projects to create system change in the key areas of climate, waste and nature. It's a powerful community and movement of around 500 organisations committed to sustainability.

They connect and share their work, upskill in sustainability and tackle challenges together.

More about SBN