Sustainability & Impact

Sustainability & Impact

Sustainability & Impact

Best Zero Waste Initiative

Recognizing companies leading the way to a zero-waste future.

What Companies Should Apply?

This award is for businesses that have successfully implemented zero-waste strategies, minimizing landfill contributions and promoting circular economy practices. If your company prioritizes waste reduction, recycling innovation, or closed-loop production, this is your category.

Ideal for brands that are committed to sustainability and making waste-free operations a reality.


Success Factors

What sets top applicants apart?

Closed-Loop Manufacturing & Recycling

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Closed-Loop Manufacturing & Recycling

1

Closed-Loop Manufacturing & Recycling

1

Innovative Waste Reduction Strategies

2

Innovative Waste Reduction Strategies

2

Innovative Waste Reduction Strategies

2

Compostable & Biodegradable Alternatives

3

Compostable & Biodegradable Alternatives

3

Compostable & Biodegradable Alternatives

3

Consumer & Community Engagement

4

Consumer & Community Engagement

4

Consumer & Community Engagement

4

Scalability & Industry Influence

5

Scalability & Industry Influence

5

Scalability & Industry Influence

5

Key Evaluation Critera

What will the judges use to evaluate your organization?

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Waste Reduction & Recycling Metrics

Winning entries should provide data on reduced landfill waste, recycling rates, and sustainability gains.

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Waste Reduction & Recycling Metrics

Winning entries should provide data on reduced landfill waste, recycling rates, and sustainability gains.

1

Waste Reduction & Recycling Metrics

Winning entries should provide data on reduced landfill waste, recycling rates, and sustainability gains.

2

Consumer & Partner Adoption

Companies should highlight how they’ve influenced suppliers, consumers, or other stakeholders to adopt zero-waste practices.

2

Consumer & Partner Adoption

Companies should highlight how they’ve influenced suppliers, consumers, or other stakeholders to adopt zero-waste practices.

2

Consumer & Partner Adoption

Companies should highlight how they’ve influenced suppliers, consumers, or other stakeholders to adopt zero-waste practices.

3

Certifications & Compliance

Winning initiatives align with sustainability standards such as TRUE Zero Waste or ISO 14001.

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Certifications & Compliance

Winning initiatives align with sustainability standards such as TRUE Zero Waste or ISO 14001.

3

Certifications & Compliance

Winning initiatives align with sustainability standards such as TRUE Zero Waste or ISO 14001.

4

Cost Savings & Business Impact

Successful entries demonstrate how waste reduction also improves operational efficiency and profitability.

4

Cost Savings & Business Impact

Successful entries demonstrate how waste reduction also improves operational efficiency and profitability.

4

Cost Savings & Business Impact

Successful entries demonstrate how waste reduction also improves operational efficiency and profitability.

5

Sustainability Roadmap & Long-Term Goals

Winning businesses showcase a commitment to scaling zero-waste programs over the coming years.

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Sustainability Roadmap & Long-Term Goals

Winning businesses showcase a commitment to scaling zero-waste programs over the coming years.

5

Sustainability Roadmap & Long-Term Goals

Winning businesses showcase a commitment to scaling zero-waste programs over the coming years.

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Scalability of Zero-Waste Practices

Entries should highlight how their zero-waste model can expand across industries or geographies.

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Scalability of Zero-Waste Practices

Entries should highlight how their zero-waste model can expand across industries or geographies.

6

Scalability of Zero-Waste Practices

Entries should highlight how their zero-waste model can expand across industries or geographies.

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Extend Operational Reach

Deliver real-time ISR and sensor data from the edge to classified enclaves using public networks, anywhere in the world.

Fully CSfC Compliant

RAVEN meets NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) standards, ensuring post-quantum secure transport over LTE, 5G, and SATCOM.

Decision Superiority at Speed

Commanders receive live data and AI analytics in seconds, not hours—enabling faster, smarter battlefield decisions.

Field-Proven

Built for Multi-Domain

Post-Quantum

Ready to deploy RAVEN? Secure connectivity starts here.

Extend Operational Reach

Deliver real-time ISR and sensor data from the edge to classified enclaves using public networks, anywhere in the world.

Fully CSfC Compliant

RAVEN meets NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) standards, ensuring post-quantum secure transport over LTE, 5G, and SATCOM.

Decision Superiority at Speed

Commanders receive live data and AI analytics in seconds, not hours—enabling faster, smarter battlefield decisions.

Field-Proven

Built for Multi-Domain

Post-Quantum

Ready to deploy RAVEN? Secure connectivity starts here.

Extend Operational Reach

Deliver real-time ISR and sensor data from the edge to classified enclaves using public networks, anywhere in the world.

Fully CSfC Compliant

RAVEN meets NSA Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) standards, ensuring post-quantum secure transport over LTE, 5G, and SATCOM.

Decision Superiority at Speed

Commanders receive live data and AI analytics in seconds, not hours—enabling faster, smarter battlefield decisions.

Field-Proven

Built for Multi-Domain

Post-Quantum