BASIS
Green Transformation Award
In the framework of Component 1 of the AL-INVEST Verde programme, we launched the Green Transformation Award, This is an initiative aimed at recognising and raising the profile of implementing entities that have managed to effectively integrate sustainability and digitisation into their projects, generating concrete results in terms of productivity, competitiveness and positive impact on their communities.
Since 2022, the Programme has been implemented in 15 countries in Latin America, promoting sustainable, resource-efficient business practices aligned with the transition towards more responsible economic models. In this context, the Green Transformation Award is also a recognition of successful initiatives that have demonstrated that sustainability and innovation can translate into real, inspiring and replicable results in the region.
OBJECTIVES AND SCOPE
Objective of the Award:
To recognise projects implemented under Component 1 of the AL-INVEST Verde programme that have demonstrated verifiable results in the adoption of sustainable practices, as well as positive impacts in environmental, productive and social terms.
Scope:
The Award is aimed at projects implemented in the framework of the First and Second Call (years 2022 and 2023), as part of Component 1 implemented by sequa.
Eligible participants:
They will be able to participate in this initiative:
- Coordinating entities for Component 1 projects.
Each organisation may submit only one application, corresponding to only one project, which must be registered in only one category.
CATEGORIES
The Green Transformation Award will have two categories aligned to the strategic pillars of Component 1:
This category recognises projects that promote sustainable production systems, free of deforestation, encouraging responsible practices along the value chain.
Applicant projects must present:
- Description of the implemented project
- Results in reducing/preventing deforestation
- Value chain impacts (resource use, suppliers, market access)
- Environmental and social benefits generated
- Verifiable evidence to support reported results
This category recognises projects that drive the transition towards sustainable production models through the reduction of emissions, resource efficiency and the adoption of circular economy principles.
Applicant projects must present:
- Description of the implemented project
- Actions aimed at reducing emissions or environmental footprint
- Resource efficiency measures (water, energy, materials, etc.)
- Implementation of circular economy practices
- Environmental, economic or social results achieved
- Verifiable evidence to support reported results
application details
Specifications for application
Applications must be submitted through the corresponding Application Form, attaching the requested technical information and supporting documents. All information must be clear, verifiable and consistent with the selected category.
Once the Application Form has been completed, the responsible person must send it via e-mail to: malena.sousa@sequa.de
Evaluation
The applications will be evaluated by a specialised jury on the basis of technical criteria, assigning up to 100 points per category, as established in these terms and conditions.
The evaluation will be carried out by the drought management team.
Selection and awards
Three prizes will be awarded for each category:
- First place
- Second place
- Third place
The winning initiatives will be recognised at the annual #CONEXIÓNVerde+ closing event, where their experiences will be presented as outstanding cases. They will also be included in a special publication of the Programme's success stories and disseminated through AL-INVEST Verde channels.
TIMETABLE
- Launch of the competition: April 2026
- Deadline for applications: 30 April 2026
- Evaluation of applications: May 2026
- Announcement of winning initiatives: June 2026 (in the framework of the annual event)