Bonsucro Inspire Awards 2026
The Bonsucro Inspire Awards are a moment to showcase our members’ outstanding efforts to drive sustainability in the sugarcane sector. We celebrate their innovative thinking, creative problem-solving, and willingness to share knowledge with others.
Bonsucro Inspire Awards 2026 shortlist revealed
We are thrilled to have received a long list of project submissions from across the globe, reflecting a wealth of innovative thinking, creative problem-solving and enthusiasm to share knowledge with the wider sector, so that others may be inspired to develop projects that accelerate sustainability in sugarcane.
Our panel of judges had a difficult task but have selected a shortlist of three projects per category, which you can find below. Congratulations to the shortlisted candidates and thanks to all those who submitted an entry.
Update: Following the cancellation of Bonsucro Global Week 2026, we are pleased to bring the Bonsucro Inspire Awards ceremony online on 27 May 2026. Finalists will receive an email invitation with full details.
Award Categories
This year we are pleased to present five award categories that connect with our strategic objectives, including two new categories:
Best value chain initiative
Has your organisation been implementing initiatives that transform the sugarcane value-chain?
We want to recognise members who have been working to ensure the resilience and sustainability of their supply chains. From stimulating market demand for sustainable products and improving the productivity of production processes, to convening the sector through collaborations and campaigns – we want to hear from you! Examples of projects could include: a diversified product line, an awareness-raising campaign, or the creation of a strategic partnership.
Best environmental initiative
Has your organisation been working to minimise its environmental impact?
We’re looking to award those going above and beyond to make their operations more environmentally sustainable. From production and processing, to packaging and distribution, we want to hear about initiatives that tackle climate change, identify solutions, and build climate resilience. Examples could include projects on: reduction of GHG emissions, water stewardship, soil health, regenerative agriculture and ecosystems, biodiversity, sustainable packaging, and much more!
Best social initiative
Have you been identifying and addressing social issues in your supply chains?
We want to hear from our members who have been driving decent work and safer conditions in sugarcane farming and milling. Tell us about your projects to rectify social issues in your supply chains and communities. Examples could include projects that: improve gender equality, address labour issues, due diligence mechanisms or contribute to workers’ health and safety.
Most impactful Bonsucro Impact Fund Project
Are you leading a Bonsucro Impact Fund project that clearly demonstrates impact at scale?
We are looking for collaborative and inspirational projects that are closed or nearing completion, with tangible outcomes across the areas of climate and water, smallholders, or human rights and decent work. This award focuses specifically on project results that demonstrate impact on farmers or key stakeholders.
Most Effective Solution for the Sector
Are you leading a Bonsucro Impact Fund project that has created a tool or resource tackling a major challenge faced by our members?
We want to hear about inspirational and innovative projects with tools or resources that are helping drive systemic change, and deliver tangible outcomes across the areas of climate and water, smallholders, or human rights and decent work. Projects must be completed, or close to completion, and demonstrate clear value, impact and potential for application across the sector.
Shortlisted projects
Best Value Chain Initiative
This award recognises members who are strengthening the resilience and long-term sustainability of their supply chains.
- DCM Shriram Ltd. – Sugar Business – Ganna Upaj Vriddhi Pariyojana (India)
- Ingenio Pánuco, S.A. de CV – Regional Model for Sustainable Sugarcane Productivity (MRSSP) (Mexico)
- The Mauritius Sugar Syndicate (MMS) – The Mauritius Bonsucro Project (Mauritius)
Best Environmental initiative
This award recognises outstanding action to reduce environmental impact and strengthen climate resilience across operations and supply chains.
- Consorcio Azucarero de Empresas Industriales – Integrated System for Pest and Disease Management in Sugarcane (Dominican Republic)
- EID Parry (India) Ltd. – A 360° Circular Water Stewardship Model (India)
- São Martinho S.A. – Projeto Abelhas (Brazil)
Best Social Initiative
This award recognises leadership in advancing social responsibility and decent work across the sugarcane sector.
- Colombo Agroindustria – Socio-Environmental Mapping (Brazil)
- Monte Rosa S.A. – Water for All (Nicaragua)
- S.A. Usina Coruripe Açúcar e Álcool – Filial Campo Florido – CampoFlorido Community Garden (Brazil)
Most impactful Bonsucro Impact Fund Project
New for 2026, this award recognises a Bonsucro Impact Fund project that demonstrates clear, measurable impact at scale. It celebrates collaborative initiatives delivering tangible outcomes across climate and water, smallholder resilience, or human rights and decent work. The focus is on results, highlighting projects that create meaningful change for farmers, workers, and key stakeholders.
- Solidaridad – Impulsa (Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, Uruguay)
- SW Sugar Mills – Building smallholders’ climate resilience in challenging soil conditions (Pakistan)
- Unilever – Strengthening human rights due diligence and decent work in the sugarcane sector through the use of new technology and multi-stakeholder engagement (India and Thailand)
Most effective solution for the sector
New for 2026, this award recognises a transformative solution developed through a Bonsucro Impact Fund project that addresses a critical sector challenge. It celebrates innovative tools or resources with proven impact and strong potential for application across the sugarcane community. This award highlights solutions that drive systemic change and deliver lasting value in areas such as climate and water, smallholders, or human rights and decent work.
- ASSOBARI – Intercropping System in Sugarcane Simulating No Tillage Conditions (Brazil)
- Biofábrica Siglo XXI – Reduction of Global Warming through the Production of Sugarcane in Mexico (Mexico)
- Ingenio San Antonio – Sowing Water, Harvesting Life (Nicaragua)
Continuous Improvement Award
Continuous improvement is at the centre of our work at Bonsucro. Each year, we ask our members to report on their commitments, progress and plans on sustainable production, processing and sourcing in the annual ‘Continuous Improvement Report.’
The report is not just an accountability tool; it also offers visibility on where members are on their journey and allows us to support them with their next steps.
We want to recognise those committed to their own continuous improvement. This award will be given to the organisation who scores highest in our Continuous Improvement Report.
All members that submit a report will be automatically considered for this award. The winner will be announced at the Awards Ceremony.
Why enter?
We want to recognise the outstanding work being done by our members to promote sustainability throughout the sugarcane supply chain. Entering the Bonsucro Inspire Awards is a great opportunity to showcase the work of your organisation at the leading event for sugarcane sustainability – Bonsucro Global Week. Entrants and shortlisted contestants will receive publicity and exposure through our extensive network through the following prizes:
Winners (x1 in each category)
Your project will feature on the Bonsucro website and social media (LinkedIn), reaching an audience of over 20,000 people around the world.
Inclusion in a press release announcing the award winners
A winner’s logo to use on your website/social media/email signatures
A feature in Bonsucro Global Week newsletter
Bonsucro Inspire Awards 2026 trophy
Shortlisted entries
- Logo and project summary on the Bonsucro Awards page of the Bonsucro Global Week website
- Included in a post on Bonsucro’s LinkedIn page
- A mention in our Bonsucro Global Week newsletter
- Shortlisted candidate certificate
All entries
- Feedback from the judging panel
Eligibility Criteria
To submit an entry to the Bonsucro Awards, your organisation must:
- Be a Bonsucro member
- Submit an entry specifically related to a sugarcane project
- Have started the initiative no more than 3 years ago (no earlier than 2022)
What will you need?
We want to know about
- The reason behind your project
- The project’s impact, and how you measure the impact
- The project’s journey, challenges and successes
- Key lessons you’ve learnt
- Your collaboration with others
our sponsors
FAQs
Can I go over the word limit in the entry submission form?
The word limit in the form is there to guide the length of your answers to the questions. If you have additional information that you would like to share with the judges, you can add supporting documentation at the end of the submission form.
Can I submit an entry for more than one category?
No, organisations can only submit one entry for the Bonsucro Inspire Awards.
Can I submit multiple entries to one category?
No, organisations can only submit one entry for the Bonsucro Inspire Awards.
I submitted a project to a previous Bonsucro Inspire Awards, can I enter this project again?
Yes, we encourage the continuous improvement of projects and initiatives. If you can demonstrate improvement since your last submission, we encourage you to submit your entry again for the 2024 Awards.
My submission relates to more than one award theme. Can I submit my entry for multiple categories?
No, the submission must only be entered for one award category. Chose the category that aligns the best with your project. If you need help deciding which category would be best to enter, contact us for advice.
Will information from my submission be shared publicly?
Bonsucro will use information from the awards submissions in our communications materials. If there is confidential information included, you can mark it on the submission form and it will not be shared.
