ATM25 - Sustainable Stand Award

First launched in 2023, the Sustainable Stand Award has quickly become one of the most prestigious accolades at ATM. This category, judged in advance of the show by a dedicated panel of sustainability experts, highlights the most innovative and impactful efforts in sustainable stand design. With growing interest and complexity in this area, we've developed a comprehensive guide to help exhibitors understand the judging criteria and prepare standout submissions. This year the sustainable stand awards exceeds more than 1 winner in this category. To view this guide please click here.


Please note all submissions must be received by Monday, 14th April 2025 (1300 Dubai Time) to be considered.

Please upload a visual of your stand design. Please also upload any relevant documentation to help support your application (E.g. certifications, methodologies and calculations for emissions etc.)

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Award Criteria

Questions in this form have been split into the different categories as noted in the judging criteria guide. Please answer each question with as much detail as you can to help support your entry

Please explain how the contractors involved in the construction and production of this stand have helped to support your sustainability goals and initiatives. Click here for guide

Please explain your choices in relation to the materials used in the construction of the stand. Click here for guide

Please explain how you plan to package the materials used for the construction of this stand and what the life-cycle of the packaging used is (E.g. is it reused or recycled?) How do you plan to ensure this happens post show? Click here for guide

Please explain how elements of the stand design facilitate minimal energy consumption. Click here for guide

Please explain how you plan to organise the logistics involved in the movement of stand materials to and from the venue. Click here for guide

Please explain how, through the design process, you have planned to minimise residual waste post show. Click here for guide

If relevant, please explain how you have tried to make sustainable choices in relation to the catering on your stand. Click here for guide. If there will be no catering on your stand please answer N/A

Please explain how you plan to distribute product information on your stand plus any initiatives related to the collection of visitor data. Click here for guide

If relevant, please give details of any planned promotional items and how you have assessed the most sustainable way to deliver these at the show. Click here for guide. If there are no planned giveaways please answer N/A

Please describe how you have assessed any necessary staff travel and the measures you have put in place to help reduce the effect this will have on your overall carbon footprint. Click here for guide

Please explain how you plan to measure your overall carbon footprint for your stand and activities associated with your involvement with ATM this year. If you have an estimated carbon output please indicate this below. Click here for guide

Please detail your plans for the stand in the long term and any decisions you would like to make in future to further support your sustainability goals that you weren't able to achieve for ATM this year. Click here for guide

Please explain how the choices you have made in relation to your participation at ATM support both your brand and the social and economic UN sustainable development goals. Click here for guide

I consent to ATM organisers to share all or any information provided in this application. The information collected from the submission of this form is shared with relevant parties involved in the ATM Sustainable Stand Award. Shortlisted entries may also be put forward as best practise examples within the industry (you will be contacted beforehand to confirm whether you wish for your entry to remain anonymous)

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