The MTE 2024 Sustainable Energy and Green Technology International Innovation Awards honor groundbreaking innovations and solutions that pave the way for a more sustainable and greener future. This prestigious event unites industry leaders, innovators, and environmental enthusiasts from around the world to acknowledge and reward significant advancements in sustainable energy and green technology. It underscores our collective mission to tackle environmental challenges and champion sustainable practices across various industries and communities globally. Join us in celebrating those at the forefront of sustainable innovation and making a positive impact on our planet.
Recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in sustainable energy and green technology
Promote innovative solutions that address environmental challenges and contribute to a sustainable future
Inspire and encourage individuals, organizations, and communities to actively engage in sustainable practices
Foster a culture of innovation
by showcasing groundbreaking projects and advancements in the field
Provide a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and networking among industry leaders, researchers, and entrepreneurs
Accelerate the adoption and implementation of sustainable energy and green technology solutions across industries and sectors
Raise awareness about the importance of sustainable practices and their positive impact on the environment and society
Showcase success stories and best practices to inspire and guide others in their sustainable endeavors
Support and promote the development of a vibrant and sustainable ecosystem for sustainable energy and green technology innovations
Encourage young innovators to actively participate and contribute to the field of sustainable energy and green technology
Timeline
2024 June
19
Registration
Opens
2024 OCTOBER
21
Briefing for Participants
2024 NOVEMBER
20
Submission
Deadline
2024 NOVEMBER
29
Briefing for Judges
2024 DECEMBER
2-5
Online
Judging
2024 December
18-20
Virtual
Event
2024 December
20
Results
Announcement
Criteria and Submission details
Recognition for
Research Excellence
The awards provide a valuable platform for winners to showcase their work, build strategic partnerships, attract investment, and scale their innovations for even greater impact.
Be Recognised for Research Excellence
Networking Opportunities
Validation and Credibility
Enhanced Visibility and Exposure
Increase Access to Funding and Investment
Who can Participate?
Innovators, Innovative businesses, agencies, and organisations who have innovations, programmes, initiatives, or ideas which contribute to SDG 7,9,11, and 13, and create a positive impact on the environment, well-being, peace, and prosperity.
- Government Ministries and Agencies
- Local Government
- Municipalities
- Government-linked Companies
- Multinational Organisations
- Private Organisations
- Universities
- Research Institutions
- Institutions of Higher Learning
- NGOs
- Civil Society
- Schools
The Evaluation Criteria
CRITERION
OUTCOME
Impact
- What kind of impact will/has this initiative bring/had? How big is the problem/pain to be solved? Potential to disrupt the current industry or market?
- What are the direct benefits and to whom? Market size? We will consider the number of people it has/will be impacted, policies/legislation changed, etc.
Originality/ Uniqueness
- Is this innovation or idea original/unique? IPR/s (patent, industrial design, etc.)?
- What is the level of inventiveness? Stands out from existing solutions? Value of the invention/innovation (compared to competitor/s)?
Useful Approach/Solution
- How well the innovation performs its intended functions? Is it a breakthrough idea or process, or a whole new way to address an issue? Level of advancement in the Field? Due diligence has been carried out?
- Is it inclusive? How do you fix the problem? Solution to a real-world issue?
Status
- Status of finished article & readiness for market. TRL? A solution to a real-world issue?
Scalability/Growth Potential
- Does this innovation/ initiative have the potential to scale up or be replicated to create a greater impact?
- Is there any evidence that this has already been done? It’s potential for growth and expansion?
Commercial Potential
- Can it be applied in multiple contexts or industries, or is it limited to specific use cases?
- Market potential/technology transfer / industrial partner?
Sustainability & Social Impact
- Is the invention/innovation promoting sustainable practices or has positive social implications? Meeting SDGs?
Evidence(s)
- Credibility, proof (publication, newspaper article, etc), how does it work?, award/s, customer/sales, grant/investor.
Presentation & Communication
- Efforts were made to ensure the presentation is informative and attractive. Well communicated to the audience and
judges? - Knowledge of the innovation/ idea/initiative, scientific thought, and engineering goals.
Entry Submission Steps
Join us on this incredible journey as we acknowledge and honor the innovators who are shaping a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable future for all. Together, let’s celebrate the remarkable achievements and groundbreaking initiatives in the realm of sustainable energy and green technology at the SEGT Innovation Awards.
1. Contact the Organisers
3. Awards Briefing
5. Event Duration
2. Submit your entries
4. Online Evaluation
6. Results Announcement
- Entries must be submitted to the online awards submission system by 20 November 2024 – 23:59 (GMT+8). There will be no extensions granted under any circumstances.
- There are 6 Award Categories. Entries must be submitted into the category best described and most relevant to your innovation. If an incorrect category is selected, the Awards Committee reserves the right to disqualify the entry.
- As a guideline, Innovations submitted for this competition should pertain directly to innovative concepts, ideas, or initiatives within the realm of sustainable energy and green technology. This encompasses advancements aimed at the generation, conservation, and efficient utilization of eco-friendly energy sources, as well as groundbreaking solutions for the improvement of environmental sustainability. We are available to assist you in identifying the most suitable category for your entry or entries.
- Entry fees must be made in full upon submission of entries using online banking transfer or via local cheque. Payment is non-refundable.
- Awards entry submissions, interviews, and communications between participants and jurors (if any) will be in English.
- The Organiser restricts content that involves nudity, all forms of violence and exploitation, the cruelty of animals, etc. This restriction is due to the diversity in age and cultural backgrounds of our global audience. All content must be appropriate for a general audience. Any inappropriate content submitted by participants will be duly removed without notice to the participant.
- The submitted content can be expressed in words, images, sounds or a combination of any, to enable efficient delivery of the critical messages to the judges. Each submission must include items (a) to (d) as explained below:
a. Synopsis of work/innovation (200 words – MS Word document)
b. Minimum one video (HD 1080p, max 5 mins). A Youtube link is recommended.
c. Photo (minimum 1 – jpg format, max 2MB)
d. Detailed written description of the innovation (PDF – about 500 words) - The online awards submission system allows participants to submit additional supporting documents such as PowerPoint presentations and other documents.
- The Organisers reserve the right to the use of photos, videos, synopsis, and write-ups that participants have provided in the online awards submission system for the purpose of the promotion of MTE 2024: Sustainable Energy and Green Technology International Innovation Awards and publicity of your innovation and participation
- The same entry may be submitted into multiple product categories. If you wish to enter your innovation in more than one category, you will need to repeat the online submission process for every category that you choose. For example, if you are submitting one innovation for 3 different categories, you will be required to make 3 online submissions. An entry fee is applicable for each submission.
- Entries must meet ALL the following requirements BEFORE they are qualified for judging:
a. All required sections and fields of the online entry application form are completed.
b. All requirements of above item 7 are fulfilled.
c. Supported by full payment. Full payment must be made by 20 November 2024.
d. Incomplete and unpaid entries will be disqualified. The participant is solely responsible for ensuring that their submission is complete. - The jury will evaluate entries submitted in the online submission system. Jurors may request more information at any time to support validation which might include online interviews, emails, or telephone calls.
- The jury’s decisions are final and no appeal will be entertained.
- Results will be announced on 20 December 2024 on MTE 2024: Sustainable Energy and Green Technology International Innovation Awards’ virtual platform.
- MTE 2024: Sustainable Energy and Green Technology International Innovation Awards will take place virtually over 3 days. During this period, visitors will contact participants through our virtual platform via a messaging app and email.
- Medals and certificates will be shipped to all winners.
- By participating in these Awards, each participant/exhibitor undertakes to guarantee that all information, documentation, and media content submitted are original, accurate and that there is no violation or infringement of the intellectual property and copyright law. Participant(s) is/are solely responsible and liable for any violation or infringement of intellectual property rights or copyright laws. PROTEMP Exhibitions and Conferences Sdn. Bhd. and all stakeholders for this event assume no liability for any form of IP or copyright infringement by participants.
Be part of the efforts
Do you have an innovation or a solution that helps fulfill the Sustainable Development Goals 7, 9, 11, and 13?
Sign up for the 2024 SEGT Awards and inspire other organizations to take part in sustainability efforts.
Projects can be registered from 19 June to 20 November 2024.
Awards Committee
The Awards Chair and its Committee will select jurors from both Industry and Academia, who are the subject matter experts in the categories that they will be judging. The deliberations of the Awards Committee will be confidential and independent of outside influences.
Awards Chair
Prof. Dato’ Ts. Dr. Mohd Zamri Bin Yusoff
Deputy Vice Chancellor (Research & Innovation)
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN)
Deputy Chair (Industry)
Kamarulzaman Kamaruddin
Senior Consultant
SIRIM Tech Venture Sdn. Bhd
Chief Juror
Prof Dato' Dr Kamaruzzaman Sopian
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS (UTP)
Who are behind the SEGT Awards?
Organiser
Awards Partners
Supported by
Special Awards Partners
Media Partners
The International Conference on Sustainable Energy and Green Technology 2023 (SEGT 2023)
SEGT 2023 is an upcoming event focused on sustainable energy research and technology, highlighting renewable energy, energy efficiency, and cleaner fossil-fuel technology in support of sustainable development goals. It encourages international collaboration, fostering the exchange of innovative ideas among academics, engineers, scientists, and practitioners, all working towards the achievement of SDGs. The event will encompass various activities, including speeches, presentations, and poster sessions, providing a platform for participants to showcase their research and engage in enriching discussions with experts in the field. Hosted in the lively city of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, SEGT 2023 promises to be an intellectually stimulating and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
