Instituted in 2006, the CII-ITC Sustainability Awards recognise and reward excellence in businesses that
are seeking ways to be more sustainable and inclusive in their activities. The winners of the Awards are role
models that inspire others to follow suit. The Awards are a part of the continued efforts of CESD to create
awareness on sustainability practices and to create capacities in business. More than recognition, the
Awards measure performance and provide detailed feedback for opportunities to excel.
CII-ITC Sustainability Awards define the science of sustainability performance. Excellence in sustainability
is a journey of continuous improvement in processes and results. In the past 19 years, cumulatively, 1271
businesses have applied of which 444 have been recognised. Limited number of applications are accepted to
maintain strong competition and high standards of excellence.
Over a period of six months, applicants undergo a rigorous assessment process that is based on Business Excellence model tailored for business in India. A team of CII-certified Sustainability Assessors spend nearly 1000 man-hours per application in close consultation with representatives across the organisation. A detailed Feedback Report to every applicant is provided to help the organisations get insights to improve their sustainability performance.
CII-ITC Sustainability Awards are the only third-party assured Awards in terms of technology, governance, methodology and process. Detailed assurance of the entire Awards process has been done this year.
The CII-ITC Sustainability Awards is carbon neutral. 2024 Awards was carbon neutral, which was offset by investing in Gold Standard carbon credit from improved cookstoves project installed in rural India.
Uniquely based on EFQM Excellence Framework, these Awards are designed for those who strive effortlessly to make sustainability their business.
In the past 19 years, cumulatively, 1271 businesses have applied of which 444 have been recognised.
The Awards adhere to a transparent and rigorous assessment process based on the Sustainability Excellence Assessment Model, developed using the following frameworks:
Each applicant gets secured access to on-line Awards Questionnaire. Applications are customised depending on turnover classification of applicant and category of Award applied for. The most comprehensive application for Corporate Excellence covers over 250 indicators across 16 Aspects. Applicants for Domain Excellence categories are assessed on indicators and aspects relevant to the Domain.
