Nominations for the Oman Sustainability Week 2024 Awards to begin on 29th November

Nominations for the Oman Sustainability Week 2024 Awards to begin on 29th November

Muscat - The Oman Environmental Services Holding Company 'be'ah' and CONNECT, have announced the opening of expression of interest for the Oman Sustainability Week (OSW) Awards 2024. Organisations can provide 'expression of interest' up to the 9th of November 2023. The evaluation criteria for the awards will be based on the Oman Sustainability Index, that categorises organisations according to their sustainable practices in the areas of environment, society and governance. This index aims to establish consistent standards for assessing companies and gauging their sustainability performance, whilst also integrating best practices into their corporate strategies and evaluating their dedication to economic, social and environmental responsibilities. "The Oman Sustainability Week Awards is one of the important recognitions in encouraging small and medium-sized companies, universities and large companies to present their best in terms of sustainability in the work environment and its application of the highest international standards. The evaluation is done through a recognised international institution that uses the best global approaches in evaluations," said His Excellency Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals. This year sees the introduction of a new category, 'Eco-Mobility,' alongside the existing ESG award submission categories, which encompass Government, Academia, Small Businesses and Medium