This award recognises an alumnus*, or group of alumni who are committed to shaping sustainable futures, working to continually reduce their environmental impact, operating ethically and empowering others to be advocates for sustainability, or making a tangible impact through sustainable practices.

Criteria:   

• Initiating innovative and collaborative action to enhance or embed sustainability in one of the four key areas: community, education, research, environment.   

• Outstanding commitment to, and advocacy for, sustainability principles, embedding them as a core part of their personal or professional culture.  

• Making a significant impact on addressing sustainability challenges, locally, regionally or globally.   

• Encouraging greater understanding of sustainable practice through teaching, research, or community participation.  

Nominate an alumnus for being a Sustainability Champion:

• Download a word version of the nomination form
• Or nominate via our online form.

Read a full version of the Alumni Awards 2026 terms and conditions.  Completed nomination forms must be received by the Alumni Relations Team no later than midnight on Sunday 8 March 2026.

Take a look at our alumni stories and be inspired by last year’s winners and highly commended alumni!

You can read more about our Alumni Awards and the other categories on our website.

*In these awards criteria ‘alumnus’ refers to former CCCU students of all genders/gender identity.