OUR HISTORY
Founded in 2000, the WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award was established as an alliance between politics, business, and academia, driven by the belief that global challenges require collaboration and strong role models who inspire action towards a sustainable future.
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Initiated by Göran Johansson, then Mayor of Gothenburg, Carl Bennet, a prominent businessman, and Stefan Edman, an environmental author and advisor, the award brought together diverse perspectives, a tradition that continues to this day.
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Past laureates of the SEK 1 million award include renowned individuals such as Gro Harlem Brundtland, Al Gore, and Kofi Annan, as well as organizations like IPBES and Kalundborg Symbiosis, and even cities like Seoul, South Korea.
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In 2018, the WIN WIN Youth Award was introduced. This SEK 50,000 prize aims to empower and reward young people who actively contribute to creating a more sustainable future.
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The WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award serves as a platform for learning, collaboration, and raising public awareness, committed to expanding knowledge on critical issues that impact both our well-being and the health of the planet.
WHO CAN WIN?
The WIN WIN Gothenburg Sustainability Award is open to individuals, organisations, or movements worldwide that contribute significantly to sustainability, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Each year, the award centres on a specific theme that guides the selection of initiatives eligible for recognition.
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The winners are appointed by an independent jury that assesses candidates based on criteria such as impact, scalability, systems thinking, and a holistic approach to sustainability. These criteria ensure that the laureates' work not only addresses immediate challenges but also has the potential for broad, long-term impact and positive change.
CONTACT
Visiting Office:
You can find us at YESBOX – Home of Entrepreneurs, where we are available for in-person visits.
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Private Office (Postal Address):
For official correspondence, please use our private office address:
Lagergatan 1 / 415 02 Göteborg / Sweden