Singapore, 26 February 2024 – The second Sustainability Impact (SI) Awards, jointly presented by The Business Times (BT) and UOB, is open for nominations from now till 15 May 2024.
Inaugurated last year, the SI Awards recognise and celebrate leaders and companies in Singapore who strive to make an impact on the environment and society, driving forward innovations towards a greener and more inclusive future. The Centre for Governance and Sustainability (CGS) at the National University of Singapore Business School is the Knowledge Partner for the Awards.
Ms Chen Huifen, Editor of The Business Times, said, "BT is dedicated to driving this change forward by providing comprehensive and insightful coverage on Environmental, Social and Governance issues, helping our readers and the business community to adopt greener practices and values. We are proud to partner UOB for the Awards to showcase the achievements of these sustainability leaders who are at the forefront of this transformation, and inspire others to follow."
Mr Eric Lim, Chief Sustainability Officer, UOB, said, “Collaboration with the broader ecosystem is key to the world moving towards a sustainable future, as every segment of society has a role to play. For example, our recent UOB SME study showed that three-quarters of Singapore businesses believe that sustainability is important. We are pleased to continue working with The Business Times on the Sustainability Impact Awards to celebrate the contributions of businesses and individuals who have created positive environmental or social impact. We hope to inspire more to do the same, so that both people and the planet can progress together in harmony.”
Professor Lawrence Loh, Director of CGS, NUS Business School, said, “Reflecting on our sustainability development over the past years, we recognised that it is a journey with challenges and opportunities. Hence, the Sustainability Impact Award serves to guide the community to adapt to the challenges and create an ecosystem that will contribute to a sustainable future. We look forward to celebrating individuals and organisations that have set new benchmarks in environmental stewardship, social well-being, and ethical governance, thereby inspiring a new generation to continue this vital work.”
The Awards will be assessed by a panel of judges chaired by Mr Lee Chuan Seng, Chairman of the National Environment Agency. He will be joined by:
- Ms Chen Huifen, Editor of BT;
- Professor Lawrence Loh, Director of CGS at NUS Business School;
- Mr Tan Swee Yiow, President of Real Estate Developers’ Association of Singapore;
- Mr Geoffrey Yeo, Assistant Chief Executive Officer, Urban Solutions, Sustainability & Enterprise Finance, Enterprise Singapore;
- Mr Michael Tang, Head, Listing Policy & Product Admission and Sustainable Development Office, Singapore Exchange Regulation; and
- Ms Theresa Goh, Managing Founder of 360 Dynamics Ltd.
Interested individuals and businesses may download the application form via the Awards website.
