III Albia Sustainability Awards

AWARDS

Grupo Albia announces the III Edition of the Albia Sustainability Awards, awards that recognize ESG initiatives with impact or potential impact on the funeral sector.

WHAT?

Recognition of initiatives developed in Spain or abroad that are currently active.

WHO?

Individuals, self-employed professionals, companies and organizations that have an impact, or the capacity to have an impact, on the funeral sector due to the nature of their services, products or clients; non-profit organizations; public health and social care bodies; and public and private institutions may participate.

HOW?

by filling in this form. Initiatives may be submitted to more than one category, using separate forms for each of them.

KEY DATES

Opening of the call:

25 May

Registration deadline:

16 July

Award Ceremony:

November
2026

Download and consult the rules
of the awards:

DOWNLOAD THE RULES

AWARD CATEGORIES 2026

Best product or service with environmental awareness in the funeral/social health field or with the capacity to influence and add value to the funeral sector

Aimed at recognising proposals that integrate sustainable practices and contribute to the reduction of environmental impact, either from the funeral and/or social health sector itself or from other areas with the capacity to generate impact and inspiration applicable to the sector.

Initiatives from any industry or sector that promote sustainability through the circular economy, efficiency in the use of resources, responsible waste management, emission reduction or environmental conservation will be valued. Products, services or solutions that incorporate ecological materials, responsible processes, the use of renewable energies or the design of more sustainable spaces and infrastructures will also be taken into account.

Some examples include low-impact waste management projects, the design of energy-efficient spaces, the use of ecological fleets, biodegradable urns, recyclable coffins or services that offer ceremonies in nature and rituals with a low ecological footprint, among others.

Better innovation or use of technology that contributes or can contribute to sustainability in the funeral service

Aimed at recognising innovative proposals that incorporate the use of technology and digitalisation to improve sustainability, either from the sector itself or from other environments with the capacity for application and impact.

Initiatives that use technological solutions to optimise efficiency, reduce resource consumption and minimise the environmental footprint of the funeral service will be valued. Projects that improve the management, accessibility or experience of the service through digital tools will also be taken into account, always from a sustainable perspective.

Some examples include the implementation of digital platforms for the management and planning of services that reduce the use of paper and other physical resources, the use of virtual or augmented reality technologies to offer remote memorial services, or the development of technological funeral products that contribute to a lower carbon footprint, such as smart ballot boxes, among others.

Better initiative for emotional care and support for people before, during and after grief

Aimed at recognising proposals dedicated to the care and emotional support of people in all phases of grief, including palliative care and the period after death.

Programmes, services or projects that offer psychological and emotional support, as well as educational resources and support tools that help cope with the loss of a loved one and contribute to improving emotional well-being during this process will be valued. Initiatives promoted by the social and health sector, both public and private, will also be taken into account.

Best initiative or project with applicable or inspiring social impact for the funeral sector

Aimed at recognising proposals that, coming from the funeral sector or other sectors, contribute significantly to the well-being of people and the development of a fairer, more egalitarian and inclusive society.

Initiatives that promote equity, social justice, cooperation and the improvement of areas such as health, education or the environment will be especially valued. Proposals that promote awareness of death and mourning, support for vulnerable groups and community participation will also be taken into account.

Best applicable or inspiring international sustainability initiative or project for the funeral sector

Aimed at recognising proposals developed at the international level that stand out for their contribution to sustainability, either from the funeral sector itself or from other sectors with the capacity to be applied to, influence, or inspire it.

Initiatives from any industry or geographical context that promote decarbonisation, the circular economy, energy efficiency, responsible resource management or innovation in sustainable processes and business models will be valued. Proposals that are contributing to transforming their respective sectors from a responsible and committed perspective will also be taken into account.

UNIVERSITY LABORATORY OF IDEAS

Best innovative university proposal that, through sustainability, can contribute to transforming the business world and the funeral sector.

Exclusively for university students interested in sustainability. Participants can submit innovative ideas that have the potential to transform the business world and the funeral sector through sustainable practices. Ideally, projects should align with one or more Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and address current challenges such as reducing carbon footprint, promoting a circular economy, or optimizing energy efficiency.

Students interested in submitting their initiatives for this category should do so directly via the email inboxes premiosalbia@tinkle.es and sostenibilidad@albia.es, where they can also direct any related questions.

All necessary information for submitting applications can be found in the official rules of the call.

PREVIOUS EDITIONS

2025 AWARDS WINNERS

Mejor iniciativa con conciencia medioambiental: Valkyrias del Mar S.L, con su proyecto "Columbarios submarinos sostenibles"

Mejor producto o servicio para una despedida más sostenible: Zoèpure, con su proyecto "Zoèpure"

Mejor innovación o uso de la tecnología: Facultatieve Technologies, con su proyecto " Horno Crematorio FTIV-Híbrido Multienergía"

Mejor iniciativa de atención y acompañamiento emocional: PFB Serveis Funeraris, con su proyecto "Cajas de la despedida"

Mejor iniciativa o proyecto con impacto social: Segi Hiru S.L, con su proyecto "Segi Hiru"

Reconocimiento a la estrategia y trayectoria sostenible ejemplar de una organización/empresa comprometida con el bienestar de la sociedad: CRIS contra el Cáncer

Reconocimiento a una iniciativa destacada por su labor de divulgación y su contribución al fomento de los valores sostenibles en la sociedad: Aquí la Tierra (TVE)

Reconocimiento honorífico a la excelencia en la gestión pública sostenible: Unidad Militar de Emergencias (UME)