ENTRY CRITERIA & TERMS AND CONDITIONS
- Fully completed entry forms must be submitted by 5 pm on 18th of September 2026.
- Entry fee:
- Entry fee is waived for entries where either a nominee or nominator holds a valid membership with the EMA at the time of the submission. The number of accepted submissions is at the discretion of the EMA.
- Entry fee of £75 (per entry) is payable for entries where neither a nominee or nominator holds a valid membership with the EMA at the time of the submission.
- The entry fee is non-refundable and due at the point of the submission. Please pay the 2026 entry fee HERE, and include the payment’s order number in the allocated entry form’s field.
- Entries submitted by non-members will be considered once the associated payment is received. Whilst the payment is due at the point of the submission, it must be received no later than 2 days from the date of the submission.
- The entry fee payment does not constitute acceptance of the submitted entry into the 2026 awards. An acceptance of the entry will be confirmed via email within 10 business days.
- Entry forms for each award category should be completed in full, including only information relevant to the specific criteria to enable the judging panel to assess the merits, relevant supporting evidence must be supplied. Incomplete entry forms will be rejected.
- Shortlisting of finalists is at the discretion of the Chair of Judges made up of EMA Board of Directors and Members of the EMA Steering Group.
- Any evidence to support the entry must accompany the EMA Energy Management Awards entry form submission.
- By completing an entry form, nominees and nominators agree that the following statements are true:
- All submitted information is correct.
- If any of the information is found to be misleading or untrue the entry will be removed immediately.
- You agree that in the event of winning an award any information in the entry form can be disseminated by the EMA.
- The 2026 Winners and Highly Commended will be announced on 5 November 2026.
2026 CATEGORIES:
Energy Management Professionals of the Year - Private and Public Sector
Nominees
We are seeking applications from professionals with several years’ experience in energy management or sustainability, with a track record of delivering measurable energy performance improvements. The entry should reflect the entrant's industry knowledge and experience, their achievements and initiatives to promote energy efficiency, and include overall savings and energy/carbon reduction achieved for their organisation.
We are inviting entries from professionals who believe they meet these criteria, as well as nominations from colleagues and peers. Entrants will be required to demonstrate their impact and achievements, supported by clear examples and measurable results.
Example roles include Energy Manager, Senior Energy Manager, Energy Efficiency Manager, Energy Performance Manager, Energy Reduction Manager and Decarbonisation Manager; technical roles such as Energy Engineer and Building Services Engineer (energy-focused); operational roles such as Facilities Manager (with primary energy responsibility) and Estates Manager (energy-led role); and sustainability-focused positions including Sustainability Manager, Head of Sustainability, Sustainability Lead, Sustainability Director, Carbon Manager, Carbon Reduction Manager and Environmental Manager.
Why enter?
This Award is a unique opportunity for professionals to showcase their expertise in energy, carbon management and sustainability, celebrate their successes and achievements, and at the same time raise their profile in the industry and within their organisations.
Submit HERE.
Energy Management Consultant of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking applications from independent consultants who provide expertise in energy management and deliver measurable impact for client organisations. Entrants should demonstrate experience in supporting clients through services such as energy audits, efficiency strategies, technical analysis, optimisation programmes and implementation support.
The entry should evidence a strong track record of delivering practical, data-driven solutions that improve energy performance and contribute to clients’ progress towards net zero. This category is specifically intended for external advisory professionals operating independently or within consultancy practices, rather than in-house or embedded roles.
We are inviting entries from professionals who believe they meet these criteria, as well as nominations from colleagues and peers. Entrants will be required to demonstrate their impact, supported by clear examples and measurable results.
Why enter?
This Award is a unique opportunity for professionals to showcase their expertise in energy management and sustainability, celebrate their successes and achievements, and at the same time raise their profile in the industry and within their organisations.
Submit HERE.
Energy and Sustainability Support Professional of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking in-house and embedded professionals who play an enabling role in delivering effective energy management and sustainability performance within their organisation. The entry should reflect excellence in the use of data, digital systems, technical expertise and operational insight to optimise energy use, improve efficiency, and support carbon reduction goals. The category is specifically intended for internal and embedded roles working directly within organisations, rather than external consultants or advisory providers.
We are inviting entries from professionals who believe they meet these criteria, as well as nominations from colleagues and peers. Entrants will be required to demonstrate their impact, supported by clear examples and measurable results.
Example roles include: Assistant Energy Manager, Building Performance Analyst, Carbon Data Analyst, Compliance Officer, Energy Administrator, Energy Analyst, Energy Data Analyst, Energy Data Manager, Energy Insights Analyst, Energy Officer, Energy Project Coordinator, Energy Systems Analyst, Energy Technician, Sustainability Analyst (energy or carbon data focus), Sustainability Coordinator, Sustainability Officer and Technical Support Engineer.
Why enter?
This Award recognises individuals’ involvement in energy management and sustainability industry that are largely outside their day-to-day duties and recognises the essential role they play in achieving set energy efficiency and/or decarbonisation goals.
Submit HERE.
Energy Management and Sustainability Team of the Year - Private and Public Sector
Nominees
We are seeking applications from teams of two or more people who are engaged in daily energy management and sustainability activities for their organisation. The teams should be able to demonstrate clearly defined roles, collaboration between the roles that is beneficial to the performance of the team, development of individuals within the team and successful performance outcomes.
We are inviting entries from teams who believe they meet these criteria, as well as nominations from colleagues and peers. Entrants will be required to demonstrate their impact and achievements, supported by clear examples and measurable results.
Why enter?
This Award recognises the teams’ contribution to their organisation, celebrates their successes and achievements, and demonstrates the benefits of a structured approach to energy management and sustainability.
Submit HERE.
Green Energy Team of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking entries from teams of volunteers (Energy Champions, Sustainability Wardens, Sustainability Ambassadors and similar) who advance energy management and sustainability alongside their primary roles. Team members undertake energy management, sustainability, carbon reduction, environmental awareness or related activities on a voluntary basis, working collaboratively to identify opportunities, deliver improvements and drive positive change across their organisation. Entries should demonstrate evidence of innovation, engagement, measurable outcomes and lasting impact, including reductions in energy use, carbon emissions and resource consumption, as well as initiatives that promote sustainable behaviours and practices.
Why enter?
The award celebrates the dedication and impact of volunteer-led teams whose efforts contribute significantly to organisational goals.
Submit HERE.
Decarbonisation Project of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking applications on energy, sustainability and/or engineering projects that have been successfully implemented and savings achieved can be demonstrated. All projects, including but not limited to, optimisation, upgrading, replacing or behaviour change that have been implemented and resulted in a reduction of carbon emissions for the organisation will be accepted. The project results should be able to demonstrate successful implementation, reduction and savings achieved.
Why enter?
This Award recognises the organisational effort that is needed for leading a decarbonisation project of any size, celebrates successful implementation and achieved savings.
Submit HERE.
Energy Efficiency Project of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking applications on energy, sustainability and/or engineering projects that have been successfully implemented and savings achieved can be demonstrated. All projects, including but not limited to, optimisation, upgrading, replacing or behaviour change that have been implemented and resulted in an energy reduction for the organisation will be accepted. The project results should be able to demonstrate successful implementation, reduction and savings achieved.
Why enter?
This Award recognises the organisational effort that is needed for leading an energy efficiency project of any size, celebrates successful implementation and achieved savings.
Submit HERE.
Energy Management Consultancy of the Year
Nominees
We are seeking applications from consultancy firms that deliver high-quality advisory services enabling clients to improve energy efficiency, reduce operational costs and accelerate progress towards net zero. Entrants should demonstrate a consistent track record of delivering data-driven, practical and innovative solutions that improve energy performance at scale across multiple projects or clients. Submissions must clearly evidence impact and achievements, supported by robust examples, measurable outcomes and demonstrable results.
Why enter?
This Award seeks to recognise a consultancy firm that uses a collaborative and transparent approach to delivering energy management services.
Submit HERE.
EMA Member of the Year - nominated by the EMA
Nominees
This Award seeks to reward a member of the EMA for their support throughout the year.
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