November 21, 2024
In 1992, the world witnessed a historic moment: the Earth Summit in Rio de Janeiro. This meeting marked the beginning of a new era of environmental awareness, where sustainability ceased to be an ideal and became a global commitment. Today, more than three decades later, we have witnessed another transformative milestone: the 1st Albia Sustainability Awards, an event that reaffirms the essential role of sustainability in sectors that, although discrete, have a profound impact on society and the environment, such as the funeral sector.
At CIRCLE Corporation, we are deeply proud to have witnessed the creation and realization of these awards, and to share this journey with a community committed to change. Just as the seeds of a global agenda for sustainability were planted in 1992, today we celebrate how those seeds blossom into innovative and responsible initiatives within the funeral environment.
Recognising Commitment and Innovation
The 1st Albia Sustainability Awards have not only been a recognition ceremony, but a call to action for all actors in the funeral sector. Since their conception, these awards have symbolised a journey of reflection, commitment and transformation. Each award-winning category highlights the concrete steps that are being taken towards a greener, more inclusive and conscious future.
- Best Environmentally Conscious Initiative: GIC by Nomber
- Best Product for a More Sustainable Farewell: Eternova Eco
- Best Innovation or Use of Technology: YAINFE Recycling
- Best Initiative for Emotional Care and Support: Alume Saúde Mental
- Best Initiative for Talent Promotion and Social Impact: Qaleon
- Honorary Award for Dissemination in Sustainability: Jose Luis Gallego
- Honorary Award for Exemplary Sustainable Career: ILUNION Ana María López de San Román Alves, PhD
Each of the winners represents a significant advance in how sustainable practices can be integrated into a sector that honors both people and the environment.
Inspiration for the Future
Sustainability in the funeral sector teaches us that every small gesture counts, that every innovation can make a big difference. These awards remind us that even in the most delicate moments of life, there is room for responsibility, ethics and respect for our planet.
At CIRCLE Corporation, we look forward to the next editions of the Albia Sustainability Awards. We know that this is just the beginning of a legacy that will grow and strengthen with each new initiative and with each new generation committed to change.
Let's make each edition a new chapter in this inspiring story. See you next time, with more ideas, more action and more impact.
