PRESS RELEASE BY THE MINISTRY FOR ENERGY, THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE REGENERATION OF THE GRAND HARBOUR Winners of the second edition of the Sustainable Development Action Awards announced

The Ministry for Energy, the Environment and the Regeneration of the Grand Harbour organised the second edition of the Sustainable Development Action Awards, recognising concrete initiatives and projects promoting sustainable development in Malta.

Organised by the Directorate for Sustainable Development within the Ministry, these awards recognise individuals, voluntary organisations, public entities, journalists, young people, schools, academics and businesses that, through their work and initiatives, contribute to the economic, social and environmental sustainability of our country.

Minister for Energy, the Environment and the Regeneration of the Grand Harbour, Miriam Dalli, said that “sustainable development is an investment in the quality of life of today and of future generations. Through these awards, we are encouraging further initiatives, participation and collaboration across different sectors, so that together we can continue strengthening our country's sustainability.”

Director General for Sustainable Development Francine Pace Caruana said this second edition builds on last year's success while giving visibility and recognition to initiatives making a tangible contribution to sustainable development goals.

The Ministry for Local Government and Public Works, the Ministry for Education and Sport, the Environment and Resources Authority (ERA), Xjenza Malta, and Aġenzija Żgħażagħ also supported these awards.

The winners of the Sustainable Development Action Awards 2026 are:

ESG Positive Impact Award

MedservRegis

Research and Innovation Award

Dawl AI Lab

Sustainable School Award

SNC Anton Agius, Rabat Primary School

Environment Award

BirdLife Malta

Sustainability in Journalism Award

James Debono

Community Impact Award

Women for Women Foundation

Public Service Award

Ambjent Malta

Youth Impact Award

Jacob Cachia

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