Check out our 17 award categories for the 2025 Ecostar Awards.
Clean Oceans
Recognizes an organization that is demonstrating environmental leadership to protect our oceans
circular champion
Recognizes an organization going above and beyond to accelerate the circular economy in their industry
CLIMATE ACTION
Recognizes an organization that is working to measure, mitigate, and offset greenhouse gas emissions
Construction & Manufacturing
Recognizes a business or project within the construction or manufacturing industry showcasing environmental leadership and innovation
ecological stewardship
Commends an organization who is actively working to restore or protect natural land-based ecosystems
ecopreneur of the year
Celebrates the work of an individual who has started an impactful eco-venture that has been in operation for 3 or more years
experiential tourism
Celebrates an organization that is leading the way in nature-based tourism, supporting positive environmental and social impacts in their field
greenest retailer
Honours a progressive retail business which has reduced environmental impact in both operations and products sold
innovation
Recognizes an organization that has demonstrated innovative sustainability practices, products, services and/or technology in their industry
inspirational new venture
Celebrates an inspiring new venture that has demonstrated its potential to create widespread positive change; organization has been operating for less than 3 years
leadership in hospitality
Celebrates a restaurant, lodging, spa, or salon that demonstrates actions to reduce waste, energy consumption, water usage, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions
legacy
Recognizes an organization that has demonstrated long-term dedication to sustainable initiatives
local food
Commends an organization that is focused on producing or retailing Vancouver Island products, thereby increasing access to local food and beverage options
Non-Profit of the Year
Honours an organization with impressive environmental practices and social policies in place to create a work culture centered around sustainability and well-being
Sustainable Workplace
Honours an organization with impressive environmental practices and social policies in place to create a work culture centered around sustainability and well-being
Waste to Resource
Celebrates an organization that has diverted waste from the landfill by turning waste into a value added material for new products
Youth Leadership
Celebrates an individual aged 18-35 dedicated to sustainable excellence