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Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation's 2025 Awards

The Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation (NST) is set to honor environmental visionaries at its 2025 Sustainability Awards this December, taking place in Miami—a city epitomizing both climate challenges and resilience. This significant event underscores NST’s mission of fostering innovations that align with sustainable practices.

The prestigious awards ceremony will be hosted at the historic Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, a venue that celebrates the confluence of culture and nature, mirroring the Foundation's values. According to Peter Nobel, Chairman of the Trust, Miami reflects pressing climate concerns while also radiating creativity and determination to achieve a sustainable future. The choice of Vizcaya for the awards aligns perfectly with the aspirations of the Foundation to honor those who are propelling society towards environmental sustainability.

NST's awards not only celebrate outstanding contributions in sustainability but also emphasize the importance of long-term commitments to environmental integrity. Categories include achievements in energy, water, and agriculture, recognizing both individuals and institutions who make impactful strides toward sustainability. Noteworthy figures in past awards include Professor Lord Nicholas Stern, noted for his influential work on international climate policies, reshaping governmental approaches to climate action.

Tracy Wang, CEO of NST, remarked, "This event highlights individuals and organizations that envision and create a sustainable future through measurable changes." Wang further emphasized that bringing the awards to Miami highlights the city's emerging role as an essential player in climate leadership and international collaboration.

The 2025 awards ceremony will coincide with NST's Annual Global Sustainability Summit, aimed at gathering distinguished leaders across various sectors, including academia, policy, and philanthropy. The summit provides a platform for discussing strategies, enhancing partnerships, and mobilizing actions to tackle pressing global environmental issues. Rodrigo Veloso, NST Miami Chapter Advisor, encapsulated Miami's dual identity as both a community facing significant challenges and a city rich with potential, stating, "Hosting the Sustainability Awards here is a tribute to the spirit of a city rising to meet the future with creativity, urgency, and hope."

The decision to hold the awards in Miami showcases NST's dedication to recognizing urban regions at the forefront of the climate crisis. Given its role as a cultural and environmental gateway to the Americas, Miami serves as an ideal stage for promoting global sustainability initiatives.

About the Nobel Sustainability Awards

Each year, the Nobel Sustainability Trust presents awards across three categories: implementation leadership, remarkable research and development, and significant contributions to sustainability. Award recipients are carefully selected by two independent juries composed of international experts, led by the Institute for Advanced Study at the Technical University of Munich, ensuring a thorough evaluation from a global perspective. The areas of recognition rotate annually, focusing on key sectors such as energy, water, and biodiversity.

About the Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation

Founded by members of the Nobel family, the Nobel Sustainability Trust Foundation champions sustainable development by acknowledging exceptional contributions, facilitating scientific collaborations, and igniting global dialogues. The Foundation seeks to harmonize human progress with planetary health, honoring individuals and institutions that inspire transformative changes worldwide.