Submission Deadline

14th November 2024

Contact

Annie Zhou, nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn

ABOUT THE EVENT / 活动简介

The European Union Chamber of Commerce in China warmly invites you to partake in the distinguished occasion of the 12th Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards Ceremony. This signature event symbolizes the unwavering commitment and excellence in the realm of Corporate Social Responsibility within the European business community for the past years.

The successful 2024 11th Anniversary CSR Awards Ceremony brought like-minded individuals from European business, academia, media, consulates, and the non-profit sector for showcasing the best practice and raising the awareness. 14 winners were selected, and received trophies for their outstanding, innovative and world-class products, services, projects and programs implemented in the past or present.

The CSR Awards aim to acknowledge CSR successes, raise sustainability awareness, and share the CSR experiences with organizations looking to promote and exercise corporate responsibility in China.

12th European Chamber Corporate Social Responsibility Awards Ceremony 欧盟商会第12届企业社会责任颁奖典礼

AWARD DETAILS / 奖项设置

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Award Categories 奖项设置

Corporate Awards (MNC and SME)

These awards recognizes both multinational corporations (MNCs) and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have demonstrated exceptional commitment to corporate social responsibility.

  • Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth Award

This award is given to organizations that has shown outstanding leadership in integrating CSR into sustainable business growth strategies, making significant contributions to both the company’s success and societal well-being.

  • Green Impact Pioneer Award

This award acknowledges organizations that have been trailblazers in environmental sustainability, introducing innovative solutions or practices that have a positive impact on the environment

  • Climate Action Leader Award

This award celebrates organizations that has taken exceptional steps to combat climate change. It honors initiatives focused on reducing carbon footprints, adopting renewable energy, and implementing climate-friendly policies.

  • Excellence in Gender Equality and Empowerment Award

This award celebrates organizations that have made significant strides in promoting gender equality and empowering women, through policies, initiatives, or practices, within their workplace or beyond.

  • Employee Development and Engagement Award

This award honors companies that excel in employee development and engagement, providing training, career development opportunities, and fostering a culture of employee involvement and loyalty, as well as those who actively encourage and support participation of employee in community and CSR activities.

NGO/Social Enterprise Award

  • Excellence in Social Innovation 

This Award recognizes non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or social enterprises that have made a significant impact on social and environmental issues through innovative solutions or projects.

2025 Special Award

  • Sustainable Supply Chain Award

This award acknowledges companies that have demonstrated leadership in sustainable supply chain management, ensuring environmental, social, and economic sustainability throughout their supply chains. 

Dates & Deadlines:

Application Deadline: September 12, 2025

Judge Panel Review: October 2025

Award Ceremony: Early November 2025

How to Apply

Submissions are now OPEN. Corporations, SMEs, business associations, charities, schools, and development zones are eligible and encouraged to apply.

Download the application form below or email Annie Zhou at nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn to learn more about the process.

Note：

Applicants should complete and submit a separate application form for each award for which they are applying.

Participants may apply for awards in multiple categories, but will only be eligible to receive one award

Awards will be presented to both MNCs and SMEs. Please specify whether you are a MNC or an SME on the application form.

Documents must be submitted in Word or PDF format.

Applications must be emailed to Ms. Annie Zhou at nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn by 6:00 PM on September 13, 2024. 

About the 2024 Student Art Competition:

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Theme: How AI is Changing the World.

The CSR Student Art Competition aims to raise early awareness of corporate social responsibility among students.

In an era where technology is rapidly evolving, artificial intelligence (AI) stands at the forefront of innovation, transforming industries, shaping societies, and redefining human potential. To inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators, a student art competition that explores the theme “How AI is Changing the World.”will be organized this year.

Overview:

Open to all students regardless of grade level or academic standing. Winners will be honored at the 2025 CSR Awards Ceremony.

Note: By submitting your artwork, you give the European Chamber of Commerce permission to use it in CSR Award-related activities and promotional materials.

Prizes will be awarded in several categories according to the age of applicants and the volume of applications received.

Key Requirements:

Candidates are welcome to submit art in any 2-D or 3-D medium. Past submissions have included photography, painting, drawing, digital design, sculpture, textiles, and collage.

Maximum Dimensions: A3 Format

Format: Winners will submit a high-resolution JPG image via email as well as a physical copy of their artwork to the Nanjing European Chamber of Commerce office.

Deadline: October 11, 2025

Announcement of Winners: Shortlisted students will be notified of their nomination one week prior to the ceremony.

Submission Process: Email your JPG image file to Annie Zhou at nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn with the subject line 2025 Student CSR Art Competition.

Note: Only one submission per student will be accepted.

Winners of the 11th CSR Awards / 第十一届企业社会责任大奖获胜者

Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth:

Syensqo, BASF-YPC, BSH China

Green Impact Pioneer Award:

Philips (China), Bosch Automotive Aftermarket China

Climate Action Leader Award: 

Arkema (China)

Excellence in Gender Equality and Empowerment Award:

Nanjing Ericsson Panda, SAP Labs China

Excellence in Employee Development and Engagement Award:

DB Schenker TSC Nanjing, SUSPA (Nanjing), BASF Digital Hub China, Daimler Truck China

Special Award – Sustainable Supply Chain:

Schaeffler China

Excellence in Social Innovation:

Stepping Stones

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JUDGES PANEL / 评审委员会

Judges with extensive experience in the CSR field will review all entries and nominate the 2023 winners.

评奖委员会将由数名企业社会责任领域内的专家组成，评委会将审核申请并最终提名获奖企业。

Biography

Mr Maoliang Bu

Professor, Nanjing University; Ajunct professor, Hopkins-Nanjing Center

Biography

Clare Pearson

International Development Director, DLA Piper

Biography

Dr Wenyu Dou

Professor, Academic Dean, SKEMA China

Biography

Kathleen Bell

CSR Lecturer and Owner of China Link

Biography

Bram van Nunen

HR Director at BASF-YPC Company Limited

Biography

Yibo Dai

Vice President, Goldenbee

Agenda / Awards Ceremony (details shall be updated):

13:30-14:00   Registration注册签到

14:00-14:05   Welcome Speech by Mr Shan Jianhua, Board Chair of the European Chamber Nanjing

14:05-14:25   Keynote Speech by Mr Jens Eskelund, President of the European Chamber

14:25-14:50   Speeches from the company representatives

14:50-15:10   Awards to the Shortlisted

15:10-15:35  Tea Break and Business Networking

15:35-16:30   Panel Discussion

16:30-17:10  Awards Ceremony

  • Speeches from the Judges
  • Awards to the Final Winners
  • Awards to the Winners of the Students Art Competition

17:10 -17:15   Closing Remarks

Speakers

Speakers information will be updated later.

Sponsors

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact

Ms Annie Zhou

nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn

+86 (25) 83627330 ext. 0

Location

Nanjing

南京

Past CSR awards / 往届回顾

2014

Event Agenda Media Release Press Coverage

CSR Winners 2014:
Category in Human Resources & Work Safety

  • SMEs: N/A
  • MNCs: MAN Diesel for Promoting Safety Culture Cultivation

 

Category in Sustainable Growth & Environment Protection

  • SMEs: Nanjing International School – Green Report Card Project
  • MNCs: BSH Anhui – Resources Efficiency

 

Category in Community Program & Social Innovation

  • SMEs: Shaoxing Quanneng Education and Training Centre Promoting music and arts education in underprivileged Communities
  • MNCs: Siemens – I-Education Program

2015

Event Agenda Media Release

CSR Winners 2015:
Category in Human Resources & Work Safety

  • SMEs: N/A
  • MNCs: Nanjing Ericsson Panda Communications Company (ENC) – A safe and humanized workplace to work

 

Category in Sustainable Growth & Environment Protection

  • SMEs: Nanjing International School – Earth Hour
  • MNCs: Merck Chemicals China- School Water Project

 

Category in Community Program & Social Innovation

  • SMEs: Chrysalis – Emerging Leaders Program
  • MNCs: Merck Chemicals China- Edison Project 

2016

Event Agenda After-event Booklet Eurobiz Article

 

 

CSR Winners 2016:
SMEs in Responsible Innovation: First Respond

MNCs in Employee Development: Siemens

MNCs in Responsible Value Chain: Nestlé

MNCs in Sustainable Growth and Environment Protection: Michelin

NGO: N/A

 

Winners of the Essay Competition: 

Short-term Category

  • 1ST prize: Sally Wu from Wycombe Abbey International School, Changzhou
  • 2nd prize: George Huster from Wycombe Abbey International School, Changzhou
  • 3rd prize: Ji Lianbi from Mahindra United World College of India

 

Long-term Category

  • 1ST prize: Lucy Hu from Wycombe Abbey International School, Changzhou
  • 2nd prize: Sondor Enkhold from Wycombe Abbey International School, Changzhou
  • 3rd prize: Liran Ravid from Wycombe Abbey International School, Changzhou

2017

Event Agenda After-event Booklet Eurobiz Article Press Release

 

 

CSR Winners 2017:
Special Award Excellence in Fostering Cultural Exchange Between Civilizations: Sanpower Group

MNC Excellence in Employee Development: Nestlé (China) Ltd.

MNC Responsible Value Chain: Carrefour China

MNC Excellence in Sustainable Growth and Environment Protection:

  • 1ST prize Global Casting (Xuzhou) Co., Ltd
  • 2nd prize Siemens Ltd., China
  • 3rd prize Faurecia (China) Investment Co. Ltd

 

NGO Excellence in Social Innovation Partnership: Shanghai Oasis Public Development Center

SME/SOCIAL ENTERPRISE Excellence in Responsible Innovation SME: Occupational Health & Safety Assistances, Inc., Shanghai

Social Enterprise: Taicang Inclusion Factory

 

Winners of the Student Competition: 

4-10 age group

  • 1ST prize: A group protect by Nathalie Esquerre from the Lycée Francais de Shanghai
  • 2nd prize: Zihan Xu from the Hexi Campus of Jinling School
  • 3rd prize: Miyu Yamaura from Yew Chung International School of Shanghai
  • 4th prize: Yuhan He from Lycée Français de Shanghai
  • 5th prize: Alfie Wei from Yew Chung International School of Shanghai

 

10-18 age group

  • 1ST prize: Jack Zhang from Nanjing International School
  • 2nd prize: You Ri Lim and Shelley Chen, both from Nanjing International School
  • 3rd prize: Chae Bin Shin from Dulwich College of Suzhou
  • 4th prize: Jiaying Liu from Suzhou Luxu High Tech Primary School

2018

Event Agenda After-event Booklet Eurobiz Article Press Release

 

 

CSR Winners 2018:

MNCs Excellence in Sustainable Growth & Environment Protection:

  • Nestlé (China) Ltd. – AWS Water Stewardship Standard Certification Project
  • Merck Chemicals China – Clean Water Project
  • Siemens – I-Green Education Program
  • BASF-YPC Company Limited –  Green & Clean Forum

 

MNC Excellence in Responsible Value Chain: Nokia – Nokia Circular Supply

 

MNC Excellence in Employee Development:  Bosch – Apprenticeship Program

 

Special Award: Excellence in Fostering Cultural Exchange Between Civilizations: Taicang Sino-German Handicapped Workshop – The Inclusion Factory

 

SME Excellence in Responsible Innovation:  Shanghai Yiquan Social Enterprise Ltd. – NETSPRING Green IT Classroom Program

 

NGO Excellence in Social Innovation Partnership: Indigo Charity – Shanghai Songjiang Sheshan Service Centre for Handicapped People

 

Winners of the Student Competition: 

10 years and younger

  • Muhammad Yousuf Izaan from Echo Forte International School
  • Yujun Ji from EtonHouse International School Nanjing
  • Jinyuan Zhang from EtonHouse International School Nanjing
  • Tingxuan Kim from EtonHouse International School Nanjing
  • Tan Shuyu from Shanghai Songjiang Chenchun Primary School
  • Moon Jinwook from Nanjing Echo-Forte International School

 

11-14 years old

  • Jamine Kim from EtonHouse International
  • Allen Chen from EtonHouse International Nanjing
  • James Jeon from Dulwich College Suzhou
  • Sophia Kong from Dulwich College Suzhou
  • MinSeong Gong from EtonHouse International School Nanjing
  • Jiaying Liu from Suzhou Wujiang Luxu Gaoxin Primary School

 

15 years and older

  • Park Seo Yeon from Nanjing Echo-Forte International School
  • Shuyang Tian from Nanjing International School

2019

Event Details After-event Booklet Eurobiz Article Press Release

 

 

CSR winners 2019

Special Award:

Winner: N/A

SMEs Award
Excellence in Responsible Innovation

Winner: Inclusion Factory

NGOs/Social Enterprise Award
Excellence in Social Innovation Partnership

Winner: Shanghai Guofeng Charity Foundation

MNCs Award

Excellence in Responsible Employee Development

Winner: Schneider Electric 

Excellence in Environment Conservation

Winner: Epiroc China

Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth

Winners: Nestle China, Epiroc China, Arkema Changshu

2020

Event Details

Winners of the 7th CSR Awards

MNCs CATEGORY:

Excellence in Environment Conservation

National – Nestlé China

Regional – BOSCH AA, Saint-Gobain

Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth

National – SAP China

Regional – Arkema, Dragon Expedition

NGO / SOCIAL ENTERPRISES CATEGORY:

Excellence in Social Innovation – Netspring Green IT Programs

2020 SPECIAL AWARD

Excellence in managing the Covid crisis– Siemens, Signify

  1. Corporate-Excellence in Environment Conservation

National

EnviroVest Industrial Co.,Ltd.

  1. Corporate- Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth

National                       

BSH Home Appliances Holding (China) Co., Ltd.

  1. Corporate- Leadership in CSR & Sustainable Growth

Regional

BASF-YPC Company Limited

  1. Corporate-Excellence in Carbon Neutrality

Regional

Philips (China) Investment Co., Ltd.

  1. Corporate- Excellence in Environment Conservation

Regional

University of Nottingham, Ningbo, China

  1. Corporate-Excellence in Carbon Neutrality

National

Signify (China) Investment Co., Ltd.

  1. NGO/Social Enterprise-Excellence in Social Innovation

NETSPRING PROGRAMS

operated by

SHANGHAI YIQUAN SOCIAL ENTERPRISE LTD

  1. Special Award-Excellence in Women Empowerment

SAP Labs China 

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Contact

For more information, please contact

Ms Annie Zhou

nanjing@europeanchamber.com.cn

+86 (25) 83627330 ext. 0

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