UPCOMMING Award
Sustainability Excellence Award For Company
The Arab Fertilizer Association (AFA) is committed to recognizing exceptional achievements in sustainability within the Arab fertilizer industry. The AFA Sustainability Excellence Prize Awards aim to honor companies that have demonstrated outstanding leadership in operational excellence, sustainability performance, health, safety, and environment (EHS) initiatives.
Deadline
:
June 30, 2025
Location
:
Cairo , Egypt
Registration
How To Apply for AFA Prize Award 2025
Follow these steps to submit your application for the prestigious Sustainability Award from the Arab Fertilizer Association
Download the PDF Form
Access the application form by downloading the PDF from the awards page.
Fill in Your Details
Complete the PDF form with all required information. Be thorough and accurate in your entries.
Prepare Supporting Documents
Gather any necessary supporting documents to accompany your application.
Submit Your Application
Send your completed submission to the [email protected] or [email protected] by the deadline of June 30, 2025.
Download the PDF Form
Access the application form by downloading the PDF from the awards page.
Fill in Your Details
Complete the PDF form with all required information. Be thorough and accurate in your entries.
Prepare Supporting Documents
Gather any necessary supporting documents to accompany your application.
Submit Your Application
Send your completed submission to the [email protected] or [email protected] by the deadline of June 30, 2025.
Evaluation Criteria
| Element | Description | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Efficiency Improvement Initiatives | Points will be awarded for initiatives that have yielded measurable improvements in output, cost reduction, and resource use. | 10 |
| Innovation and Technology Adoption | Innovation plays a key role in driving sustainable change. | 5 |
| Resource Management | Efficient management of raw materials, energy, and water resources is critical for sustainability. | 5 |
| Quality Management Systems | Strong quality management systems ensure consistent operational performance. | 5 |
| Environmental Impact Reduction | This criterion focuses on the tangible efforts made by companies to lower their environmental impact, including reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and effluents. | 15 |
| Sustainable Supply Chain Management | Companies are expected to integrate sustainability into their supply chains by working with responsible suppliers and reducing the environmental and social risks throughout their value chains. | 10 |
| Renewable Energy Usage | Companies should demonstrate their usage of renewable energy, such as solar or wind and others, and how it has contributed to their overall sustainability goals. | 5 |
| Community Engagement and Social Responsibility | Companies that engage with local communities and invest in social responsibility programs—such as education, health, or social welfare will be recognized for their holistic approach to sustainability. | 5 |
| Safety Performance and Record | High scores will be given to companies with a proven track record of safe operations and effective safety management systems. | 10 |
| Health Programs | Companies should demonstrate the implementation of health programs, such as wellness initiatives, health screenings, and mental health support. | 5 |
| Environmental Compliance | Companies must provide evidence of compliance with legal requirements, including emissions limits, waste management, and water use regulations. Companies going beyond compliance through voluntary certifications will earn additional points. | 10 |
| Training and Development | Companies should provide examples of training programs for employees, focusing on EHS issues and the development of sustainable skills. | 5 |
| Completeness and Clarity | Submissions should be clear, concise, and well-organized, providing all the necessary information to enable a thorough evaluation. Incomplete or unclear submissions will lose points. | 4 |
| Supporting Documentation | Companies should include supporting documents such as graphs, statistics, certifications, and case studies to back up their claims. | 3 |
| Alignment with Award Criteria | Submissions will be assessed on how well they align with the stated award criteria. The closer the alignment, the higher the score. | 3 |
Element
Decription
Score
Efficiency Improvement Initiatives
Points will be awarded for initiatives that have yielded measurable improvements in output, cost reduction, and resource use.
10
Innovation and Technology Adoption
Innovation plays a key role in driving
sustainable change.
5
Resource Management
Efficient management of raw materials, energy, and
water resources is critical for sustainability.
5
Quality Management Systems
Strong quality management systems ensure
consistent operational performance.
5
Environmental Impact Reduction
This criterion focuses on the tangible efforts made by companies to lower their environmental impact, including reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, waste, and effluents.
15
Sustainable Supply Chain Management
Companies are expected to integrate sustainability into their supply chains by working with responsible suppliers and reducing the environmental and social risks throughout their value chains
10
Renewable Energy Usage
Companies should demonstrate their usage of renewable energy, such as solar or wind and others, and how it has contributed to their overall sustainability goals.
5
Community Engagement and Social Responsibility
Companies that engage with local communities and
invest in social responsibility programs—such as education, health, or social welfare will be recognized for their holistic approach to sustainability.
5
Safety Performance and Record
High scores will be given to companies with a
proven track record of safe operations and effective safety management systems.
10
Health Programs
Companies should demonstrate the implementation
of health programs, such as wellness initiatives, health screenings, and mental health
support.
5
Environmental Compliance
Companies must provide evidence of
compliance with legal requirements, including emissions limits, waste management, and water use regulations. Companies going beyond compliance through voluntary certifications will earn additional points.
10
Training and Development
Companies should provide examples of training
programs for employees, focusing on EHS issues and the development of sustainable
skills.
5
Completeness and Clarity
Submissions should be clear, concise, and well-organized, providing all the necessary information to enable a thorough evaluation. Incomplete or unclear submissions will lose points.
4
Supporting Documentation
Companies should include supporting documents
such as graphs, statistics, certifications, and case studies to back up their claims
3
Alignment with Award Criteria
Submissions will be assessed on how well they
align with the stated award criteria. The closer the alignment, the higher the score.
3
Important Note
All submissions must be accompanied by supporting documents or certificates to validate the claims
made by the candidate (e.g., ISO 14001-Environmental Management Systems, ISO 26000-Social
Responsibility, or specific sustainability certifications, Lost Time Accidents (LTA), Recordable Accident Rate
(RTA) related to the fertilizer industry.
Send your completed submission to the [email protected] or [email protected] by the deadline of June 30, 2025.
