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Best accessibility strategy or project

Relevant for:

Companies that are delivering accessible charging infrastructure and have a defined strategy to make accessibility ‘business as usual’.

Award Summary:

With increased focus on accessibility of EV charging sites and infrastructure, this award will recognise a company that is leading the way in this area through the introduction of accessible sites, infrastructure and a defined strategy to make accessibility business as normal.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Overall strategy/project details
  • Details of how charging infrastructure is accessible and in line with PAS 1899
  • Implementation and challenges
  • Use cases from disabled drivers

Criteria should include:

  • Details of the strategy/project, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice, including collaborative working, stakeholder engagement and the adoption of a wider strategy
  • Explanation of the challenges met and objectives overcome
  • Impact of the scheme on the disabled community
  • How the strategy/project meets PAS 1899 requirements
  • How the business is ensuring it meets wider accessibility targets and requirements and making this become ‘business as usual’

Best collaborative partnership: transport and energy sectors

Relevant for:

Organisations from the public and/or private sector who have formed a collaborative partnership.

Award Summary:

This award will provide recognition to a collaborative partnership (between transport and energy sectors) and could encompass a partnership between charge point operators, technology providers, local council, energy networks and energy companies. The partnership can be between two private firms. To illustrate, examples might include: an OEM working with an energy company on a trial; a hydrogen trial; a bus operator, a council and an energy firm.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Details of how the partners have worked together
  • Overall benefit of the collaboration
  • Detail of project and how the partnership has brought about benefits more widely

Criteria should include:

  • Detail of the aims and objectives of the partnership and how they were approached
  • Benefits brought about as a result of the collaboration
  • Description of the range of challenges identified and how they were overcome
  • Quality and impact of the partnership on stakeholders, contribution to the wider community and travelling public

Best EV rapid charging network

Relevant for:

Charge point operators (CPOs) who have introduced and are operating a rapid charging electric vehicle network that is being used by the public.

Award Summary:

This award is open to charge point operators (CPOs) who have introduced and are operating a rapid charging electric vehicle network that is being used by the public.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Details of key destinations where charging infrastructure has been rolled out
  • Evidence of the reliability of chargers
  • Collaboration, new technologies and innovation introduced
  • How accessibility and design standards are being met
  • The network’s overall approach/strategy for the decarbonisation of transport

Criteria should include:

  • Details of key charging network sites, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice
  • Demonstration of collaboration across transport and energy, introduction of safe and accessible charging along with the adoption of a wider decarbonisation strategy
  • Levels of customer satisfaction achieved when considering reliability and availability of chargers, introduction of technological innovation, plus ongoing improvement, and maintenance of sites
  • How the schemes are funded and distributed, include future funding plans
  • How the scheme fits into the overall local/regional government policy, plans for 2030 net zero or overall corporate net zero strategies
  • *Any examples of sites highlighted must be for facilities opened prior to the close of the nominations window (24 August 2026).

Best local authority EV charging scheme

Relevant for:

Local councils.

Award Summary:

This award will be given to the council that has implemented an electric vehicle charging scheme that delivers measurable and sustainable benefits to the community and the authority.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Overall scheme details
  • Planning and site
  • Overall charging strategy – how it underpins the authority’s commitment to EVs and associated infrastructure
  • Scheme development and construction
  • Implementation and challenges
  • Political and officer involvement and influence

Criteria should include:

  • Details of the scheme, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice, including collaborative working, stakeholder engagement and the adoption of a wider strategy
  • Explanation of the challenges met, and objectives overcome
  • Impact of the scheme on the community locally or at large
  • How the scheme was funded – private/public funding, involvement of LEPs or other third parties
  • *All works must have been completed prior to the close of this year’s nominations window (24 August 2026)

Best new product

Relevant for:

OEMs, technology innovators including (but not exclusively) charging network data/interoperability software, battery solutions, battery storage and grid use/smart charging.

Award Summary:

For an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) that has successfully implemented a novel equipment solution that makes a difference to decarbonisation, reaching net zero, and the convergence of both the transport and energy sectors.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Demonstrate that the organisation which has brought a product or technology to the market has initiated a new way of doing things, an innovative approach or technique
  • Highlight the positive impact made across both sectors, in the areas of sustainability, efficiency and cost savings
  • The winning product or technology must have been developed and made available for use in the clean transport and energy sectors within the last two years

Criteria should include:

  • Innovation benefits brought about by using the product and the contribution it makes towards the industry and its stakeholders
  • Challenges met and the obstacles/difficulties overcome whilst developing the product
  • Environmental benefits of the product and the contribution it makes towards helping both sectors reach net zero, its stakeholders and society
  • Efficiencies and cost savings which are brought about through use of the product

Best new technology

Relevant for:

OEMs, technology innovators including (but not exclusively) charging network data/interoperability software, battery solutions, battery storage and grid use/smart charging.

Award Summary:

This award will recognise an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or technology innovator that has successfully implemented a novel technology solution that makes a difference to decarbonisation, reaching net zero, and the convergence of both the transport and energy sectors.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Demonstrate that the organisation which has brought a technology to the market has initiated a new way of doing things, an innovative approach or technique
  • Highlight the positive impact made across both sectors, in the areas of sustainability, efficiency and cost savings
  • The winning technology must have been developed and made available for use in the clean transport and energy sectors within the last two years

Criteria should include:

  • Innovation benefits brought about by using the technology and the contribution it makes towards the industry and its stakeholders
  • Challenges met and the obstacles/difficulties overcome whilst developing the technology

Best on-street EV charging network

Relevant for:

Charge point operators (CPOs) delivering on-street charging.

Award Summary:

This category is open to charge point operators (CPOs) and will be awarded to an organisation which has introduced and is operating an on-street electric vehicle charging network that is being used by the public.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Details of key destinations where charging infrastructure has been rolled out
  • Evidence of the reliability of chargers
  • Collaboration, new technologies and innovation introduced
  • How accessibility and design standards are being met
  • The network’s overall approach/strategy for the decarbonisation of transport

Criteria should include:

  • Details of key charging network sites, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice
  • Demonstration of collaboration across transport and energy, introduction of safe and accessible charging along with the adoption of a wider decarbonisation strategy
  • Levels of customer satisfaction achieved when considering reliability and availability of chargers, introduction of technological innovation, plus ongoing improvement, and maintenance of sites
  • How the schemes are funded and distributed, include future funding plans
  • How the scheme fits into the overall local/regional government policy, plans for 2030 net zero or overall corporate net zero strategies
  • Any examples of sites highlighted must be for facilities opened prior to the close of the nominations window (24 August 2026).

Best private sector fleet partnership

Relevant for:

Private sector fleet owners/operators who have formed a collaborative partnership and helped to decarbonise a fleet. *Examples might include: a business working with a private sector partner to help decarbonise their fleet through the implementation of vehicles, charging infrastructure, low carbon technologies etc.

Award Summary:

This award will recognise a private sector partnership which demonstrates collaboration that has resulted in the decarbonisation of a fleet leading to a significant reduction in carbon emissions.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Overall strategy/project details
  • Size of fleet and type of vehicles
  • Overall charging strategy – how it underpins commitment to EVs and associated infrastructure
  • Implementation and challenges
  • Wider benefit to customers

Criteria should include:

  • Details of the partnership, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice, including collaborative working, engagement and the adoption of a wider strategy
  • Explanation of the challenges met and objectives overcome
  • Impact of the scheme on the business and the wider community
  • Proof of reduction in carbon emissions
  • Energy savings

Best public sector fleet partnership

Relevant for:

Local authorities and/or private sector who have formed a collaborative partnership and helped to decarbonise a fleet.

Award Summary:

This award will be given to the local authority and partner who have excelled in collaboration. Examples might include: a council working with a company to decarbonise refuse vehicles; bus fleet or operational vehicles.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Overall strategy/project details
  • Size of fleet and type of vehicles
  • Overall charging strategy – how it underpins commitment to EVs and associated infrastructure
  • Implementation and challenges
  • Wider benefit to business and stakeholders served by the council

Criteria should include:

  • Details of the partnership, approach taken, highlighting areas of best practice, including collaborative working, stakeholder engagement and the adoption of a wider strategy
  • Explanation of the challenges met and objectives overcome
  • Impact of the scheme on the council and the wider community
  • Proof of reduction in carbon emissions
  • Energy savings for council

Charging site of the year

Relevant for:

Charge point operators, businesses and organisations offering publicly available EV charging facilities.

Award Summary:

With charging sites becoming a vital focus for communities, this award will highlight an outstanding charging site which has been transformational in a local community in terms of cohesion, wellbeing, design and architecture.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Overall site details
  • Ease of access
  • User experience
  • Impact on customer convenience

Criteria should include:

  • Details of the hardware and technology installed
  • Destination facilities (e.g. shops, food outlets, working facilities)
  • Evidence of customer satisfaction
  • Benefits to local community (e.g. social value, design of site sensitive to area)
  • To qualify for this category, any destinations submitted must have at least six EV charging bays and have been opened between 1 July 2025 and prior to the close of this year’s nomination window (24 August 2026).

Energy network innovation project of the year

Relevant for:

This award recognises an organisation or partnership that has delivered an outstanding energy network innovation project within the past 12–18 months, supporting the decarbonisation of transport.

Award Summary:

The category celebrates forward-thinking projects led by energy networks (or delivered in collaboration) that enable or accelerate the transition to electrified and low-carbon transport. This may include innovations in grid capacity, connections, flexibility, data, planning, or new delivery models that support EV infrastructure and wider transport decarbonisation.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Entries should demonstrate clear innovation, strong delivery, and measurable real-world impact. Projects may be large-scale or localised but must show how they are advancing the role of energy networks in enabling transport decarbonisation. Judges will be looking for evidence of:
  • Tangible impact (e.g. increased capacity, faster connections, reduced costs, improved access to infrastructure)
  • Innovation in approach, technology, or delivery model
  • Effective delivery and implementation
  • Contribution to industry collaboration and cross-sector working

Criteria should include:

  • Delivered within the past 12–18 months
  • Open to energy network operators and their partners
  • Can be local, regional, or national in scope
  • Must support (or significantly contribute to) the decarbonisation of transport
  • Must be operational or fully implemented (pilot or trial projects are not eligible)

Impact award

Relevant for:

Individuals from the transport and energy sectors.

Award Summary:

The impact award will recognise an individual for their exceptional long-term contributions to or impact on the transport and energy sectors. This award will acknowledge career-long accomplishments, legacy, or extraordinary service beyond expectation.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • What work has been carried out by the individual to effect positive change?
  • What are the wider benefits brought about by this work.
  • How the individual has brought others on the journey with them.
  • Long lasting and wider impact

Criteria should include:

  • Evidence of the individual’s work leading to positive outcomes
  • How has the individual contributed to their communities?
  • Leadership and advocacy efforts
  • Their contributions to a cause or organisation, focusing on positive impact, innovation, or advocacy

Rising star award

Relevant for:

Individuals that have been in the clean transport and energy industry for five years or fewer.

Award Summary:

This award recognises an outstanding individual who has demonstrated exceptional qualities in their current job and who has yet to realise their full potential.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Evidence of working in clean energy and transport environment for a period of fewer than five years
  • Role of the candidate
  • Career achievements to date
  • What makes them stand out?

Criteria should include:

  • How has this candidate made a mark on the industry, employer and their colleagues?
  • Why are they different from others in a similar position?
  • How does this candidate demonstrate the values of professionalism, integrity, excellence and respect?
  • This could be both in their work, industry amongst their peers and/or within society?
  • What has the candidate implemented within the business that has had a profound impact on the operations of the business and/or colleagues?

Team of the year

Relevant for:

A team of employees who has undertaken exceptional work within the public or private sector to improve/sustain the outputs or efforts of their organisation, over and above their general working activities.

Award Summary:

The team of the year award will recognise a group from the clean energy and transport sectors that has demonstrated outstanding performance, cohesion, and achievement over the last 12 months.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Aims and objectives of the team
  • Performance of the team and end results
  • Impact and lasting effect of work carried out
  • What makes the team stand out?

Criteria should include:

  • How did the team meet its aims and objectives?
  • What innovative, proactive and exceptional work was carried out by the team over and above expectations?
  • What impact has the work of the team had on the organisation and sector as a whole?
  • What particular achievements of the team make it stand out?

The Quentin Willson campaign of the year award

Relevant for:

This award, new for 2026, honours the legacy of transport broadcaster and campaigner Quentin Willson. Quentin founded and led FairCharge, advocating for a 5% VAT rate on public EV charging, and was a prominent voice championing the electrification of transport across industry, government and national media. A valued supporter of Transport + Energy, he contributed to and hosted numerous events and awards.

Award Summary:

The Quentin Willson Campaign of the Year Award recognises an organisation or individual that has delivered an outstanding public-facing campaign within the past 12–18 months, promoting the decarbonisation of transport and/or energy. This may include campaigns focused on electric vehicles, renewable energy, charging infrastructure (including public and on-street charging), or broader behaviour change and awareness initiatives.

Summary of suggested entry content:

  • Entries should demonstrate clear visibility, strong engagement, and measurable impact across the sector. Campaigns may be broad in scope or focused on a single issue but must show how they have influenced awareness, adoption, collaboration, or policy within transport and/or energy. Judges will be looking for evidence of:
  • Tangible impact (e.g. awareness, uptake, partnerships, policy influence)
  • Effective communication and audience engagement
  • Innovation in approach or delivery
  • Contribution to industry collaboration and community building
  • And genuine care and consideration for the industry and all it stands for

Criteria should include:

  • Delivered within the past 12–18 months
  • Open to organisations, groups, or individuals
  • Can be local, regional, national, or international
  • Must focus on (or significantly contribute to) decarbonisation in transport and/or energy
  • Can use any format (e.g. media campaign, event series, digital content, grassroots initiative)
  • Must not be party-political

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