Cybersecurity & Data Centre Leaderships at The Global Awards

The Global Sustainability Awards will take place on 8 September 2026 at JW Marriott Grosvenor House London. Entries close on 29 June 2026, with final judging and the shortlist announced in July.

The programme brings together organisations, initiatives and individuals making measurable progress through sustainability. The event will conclude with a black-tie gala dinner recognising excellence across business and industry.

Eight award categories feature in the programme, which acknowledges achievements in sustainability leadership, innovation, environmental performance and social impact.

Cyber resilience in sustainable infrastructure

Digital transformation is accelerating across sectors, with organisations investing in solutions that balance environmental responsibility with operational security. As businesses adopt sustainable practices, the protection of critical systems and environmental data is becoming a priority.

According to Ramboll, information and communications technologies account for approximately 2% of global carbon emissions.

The company helps clients develop data centres, telecommunications networks and energy systems that improve efficiency, reduce environmental impact and support long-term resilience.

Sustainable data centres and secure digital infrastructure could support modern economies as demand for digital services continues to grow.

Cybersecurity plays a role in protecting these systems, ensuring that sustainable infrastructure remains reliable.

Organisations are embedding cyber resilience into their sustainability strategies. As digital transformation accelerates, protecting essential services and environmental data could help ensure long-term operational security.

Data analytics supporting sustainability goals

RELX supports researchers, healthcare professionals, legal experts and businesses through information-based analytics and decision tools.

The company uses data and technology to address sustainability challenges.

Through initiatives such as the RELX SDG Resource Centre and Elsevier's Research4Life programme, the company helps expand access to knowledge, research and insights that support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. LexisNexis supports social impact initiatives and promotes transparency and accountability.

Proagrica uses data and analytics to improve agricultural productivity and encourage more sustainable land use.

These examples demonstrate how organisations use data-driven innovation to reduce environmental impact and strengthen resilience.

Secure digital infrastructure and protected data systems could help organisations create a more sustainable future.

The integration of cybersecurity with sustainability initiatives is becoming more common across industries.

Recognition for sustainability leadership

The awards provide a platform for organisations to showcase strategies, innovations and leadership in sustainable progress.

Through targeted marketing campaigns, industry-wide media exposure and recognition at the ceremony, entrants can raise their profile among senior decision-makers, investors and sustainability professionals.

The event attracts business leaders, sustainability experts and innovators from across the sector. Participation creates opportunities to build relationships, exchange ideas and explore future partnerships.

Participation demonstrates a commitment to responsible business practices, environmental stewardship and long-term value creation.

Organisations can position themselves as leaders in sustainable transformation.

By participating in an internationally recognised awards programme, companies can enhance credibility, unlock commercial opportunities and gain recognition for initiatives that make a positive impact on society and the environment.

Award categories and judging criteria

At The Global Sustainability Awards, The Sustainability Hero Award is being judged on:

• How has the nominee demonstrated exceptional leadership or influence within the industry?
• What measurable impact has their work had on their organisation or the wider sector?
• How have they inspired or supported others in their professional community?
• What legacy or long-term contribution will define their achievements?

The Future Leader Award is being judged on:

• How has the nominee demonstrated exceptional leadership or influence within the industry?
• What measurable impact has their work had on their organisation or the wider sector?
• How have they inspired or supported others in their professional community?
• What legacy or long-term contribution will define their achievements?

Winners from the 2025 programme

The Lifetime of Achievement Award was presented to Dr Márcia Balisciano, Chief Sustainability Officer and Global Head of Corporate Responsibility at RELX.

Upon receiving the award, Márcia says: "I am so privileged to be able to receive this."

"I accept this on behalf of the 36,500 people at RELX who advance sustainability in our organisation every day," says Márcia.

"I have been so lucky to be at my company throughout my career, which is focused on its unique contributions to society, advancing science and health, protection of society, avoiding risk, promoting the rule of law and access to justice and fostering communities."

Specialising in sustainability, ESG, corporate responsibility and stakeholder engagement, Márcia has spent more than two decades building and leading sustainability programmes that increase positive societal impact while reducing environmental footprints.

Her work has helped establish RELX as a recognised sustainability leader, integrating responsible business practices throughout a global organisation serving customers across research, healthcare, legal, risk analytics and events.

The Future Leader Award was won by Sripragas Nadaraja, Sustainable Design Director at Ramboll. Highly commended recognition was awarded to Ana Luiza Nogueira Rodrigues of Scala Data Centers and Katharina Fechtner of BASF Coatings.

"It's a great honour to be here and to represent Ramboll for the second year at this important award," says Sripragas.

"This recognition means a lot to us."

Sripragas was recognised for sustainability within the built environment through the delivery of net zero and ultra-low-energy building projects, innovative cooling technologies and embodied carbon reduction tools. His work demonstrates how innovation can accelerate sustainability outcomes while creating scalable solutions for future developments.

Winners demonstrated how leadership, innovation and long-term commitment can deliver sustainability outcomes across industries. The 2026 programme will continue to recognise organisations and individuals making measurable progress in sustainability.