Celebrate Global Sustainability Innovation at COP30
Submit your company’s breakthrough technologies or sustainable business models and be recognized among the world’s top innovators during COP30.
About IBCIS
The Brazilian Institute of International Trade, Investment, and Sustainability (IBCIS) is a leading institution committed to fostering a business environment that champions international trade and sustainable development in Brazil.
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Brasília, IBCIS connects the public and private sectors, strengthens Brazil’s global competitiveness, and supports climate leadership initiatives as the nation prepares to host COP30.
About the Awards
The IBCIS Sustainability Innovation Awards spotlight outstanding achievements in sustainability from around the globe. We’re looking for replicable green technologies, innovative business models, and disruptive entrepreneurs driving real transformation.
Winners will receive a certificate presented by a distinguished congressman during COP30 and will engage in exclusive roundtable discussions with Brazil’s business and policy leaders.
Sustainability
Innovation
Transformation
International Collaboration
Award Categories
Technology Breakthrough
For companies pioneering technologies that drastically reduce emissions and create high-impact change.
Business Model Innovation
Honoring models that make sustainable solutions financially viable and reshape industries.
Frontier Entrepreneurship
Celebrating entrepreneurs who push boundaries with disruptive innovations in emerging markets.
Sustainability Leadership
Recognizing companies deeply committed to ESG principles with measurable impact.
Evaluation Committee
Applications will be reviewed by a panel of independent experts. (Disclosure of names/organizations is under discussion to ensure impartiality.)
How to Apply
Companies interested in participating must follow the steps below:
Prepare Your Application Materials
Gather all required documents using the official templates and ensure your submission is complete.
- Cover letter on company letterhead
- Template for the selected award category
Submit Before the Deadline
Ensure your full application is sent before the official cutoff date.
- Submission deadline: September 15th, 2025
- Send via the official portal or IBCIS email
Await Evaluation
All entries will be reviewed by a qualified, independent evaluation panel.
- Judging based on innovation, impact, and scalability
- Finalists will be notified 20 days before COP30
Evaluation & Announcement
Winners will be notified 20 days before the opening of COP30 and publicly announced during the event, in front of political leaders, industry executives, and media representatives.
A special thematic roundtable on international trade and sustainability will follow the ceremony, giving awardees the chance to connect with potential business partners and scale their innovations in Brazil.
Event Location
The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place in Belém during COP30.
Alternate cities under consideration: Brasília or São Paulo, pending final logistics review.
Contact
For more information on submissions, eligibility, or sponsorship opportunities:
Ready to showcase your innovation to the world?
Submit your project and become part of Brazil’s climate legacy at COP30.