Sustainable Business Leadership: Nominations are open for the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards – recognizing leadership, innovation, and impact in sustainability

Eagle, WI. – The Sustainable Business Council (SBC) is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the 2025 Sustainable Business Awards. These prestigious awards celebrate the individuals, teams, and companies in Wisconsin and the Upper Midwest who are leading the way in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) innovation and driving real, measurable impact.

Since 2014, the Sustainable Business Awards have elevated forward-thinking businesses and sustainability leaders, showcasing excellence in sustainable products, services, and leadership. More than just an accolade, the awards provide recipients with a platform to inspire others, demonstrate their values, and amplify their impact.

Award Categories Include:

  • Sustainable Product of the Year Award – Celebrating product design that drives environmental and social improvements.
  • Innovative Service of the Year Award – Honoring services that enable ESG integration across value
    chains and industries.
  • Sustainable Leadership Awards – Recognizing Executive Leaders and Sustainability Champions
    who embed sustainability into strategy and culture.
  • Thomas L. Eggert Leadership Forward Award – A special recognition of individuals expanding
    sustainability knowledge and networks across Wisconsin.

Key Details:

  • Nominations are open to SBC members with a business presence in the Upper Midwest.
  • Self-nominations and nominations of others are welcome.
  • New in 2025: Video nominations are accepted with submissions (optional, max 2 minutes).
  • Deadline to submit nominations: August 17, 2025.

Apply or Nominate Today: www.wisconsinsustainability.com/awards

Each application will be reviewed by a committee from SBC’s Board of Advisors. Strong submissions provide clear descriptions, quantified impacts, and examples of innovation and leadership. Winners will be recognized at the Annual SBC Conference (November 4 & 5 in La Crosse, WI) and featured in SBC communications.

Let’s celebrate and support the businesses shaping a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.