First Sustainable Development Action Awards Honour Malta’s Leading Sustainability Champions

The winners of the inaugural Sustainable Development Action Awards have been announced, recognising outstanding contributions to sustainability across Malta.

Organised by the Sustainable Development Directorate, the Awards honour a wide range of changemakers, including individuals, voluntary organisations, public entities, journalists, youths, schools, academics, and private businesses, all of whom have shown exceptional leadership and innovation in advancing sustainable development.

Francine Pace Caruana, Director for Sustainable Development, praised the dedication and creativity of participants, saying: “This ceremony is a testament to creativity. The winners show how practical solutions and original ideas can make a real difference and remind us that every action counts in building a sustainable future.”

The Awards were supported by the Ministry for Culture, Lands and Local Government, the Ministry for Education, Sport, Youth, Research and Innovation, the Parliamentary Secretariat for Youth, Research and Innovation, and the Environment and Resources Authority.

The winners of the 2025 Sustainable Development Action Awards are Professor Ruben Paul Borg for the Research and Innovation Award, NWAMI International Malta for the Community Impact Award, Erica Micallef Filletti for the Youth Leadership Award, HSBC Malta p.l.c. for the ESG Positive Impact Award, 1st Sliema Scout Group (Bernard’s Own) for the Environment Award, Agius de Soldanis, Rabat Middle School, Gozo College for the Sustainable School Award, Marc Galdes for the Sustainability in Journalism Award, and Circular Economy Malta for the Public Service Sustainability Award.

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