The Tech Excellence Sustainability Award 2026: Finalists Announced
The countdown is on for the Tech Excellence Awards 2026, and the energy is building as the event moves into its most exciting phase. With entries now closed and finalists confirmed, all eyes turn to 14 May in Dublin, where the industry will come together for a night that celebrates not just innovation, but real impact.
Taking place at the Royal Marine Hotel, the event will bring together leaders from across the tech world. The focus is not only on who is building the best technology, but on who is using it to create meaningful change. Sustainability is no longer a side conversation. It is becoming a core measure of success.
The Techies Go Green Sustainability Award recognises organisations that are putting sustainability into action in a real and consistent way. This is about more than ideas or promises. It is about clear effort, strong planning, and results that make a difference over time.
What makes this year especially interesting is the variety of approaches. Some finalists are helping people learn and take action. Others are finding ways to reduce emissions or improve energy use. Some are rethinking how resources are managed from the ground up. Together, they reflect a tech sector that is starting to take real responsibility for the future and showing what is possible when innovation is combined with purpose.
The Techies Go Green Sustainability Award carries real weight. It recognises organisations that are putting in the work and making a measurable difference. Winners will be featured across TechCentral.ie channels and photo galleries. Comit PR & marketing Services will provide €3,000 worth of PR services to the winner.
At the same time, being named a finalist is an achievement in itself. It reflects the quality of work being done and places each organisation among leaders in sustainability within the tech sector. That recognition matters, not just on the night, but in building credibility, opening new opportunities, and continuing to drive change.
2026 Sustainability Award Finalists
A big congratulations to all the finalists of the Techies Go Green Sustainability Award 2026. Each one brings something valuable and inspiring to the table:
Esri Ireland The Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) is an independent research body in Ireland that provides evidence to support policymaking and public debate. Its work focuses on key issues such as climate change, housing, and economic development, helping shape informed and effective policy decisions.
Fastrack into Information Technology (FIT) is a leading organisation focused on building Ireland’s tech talent pipeline through training and apprenticeship programmes. Since 1999, it has worked closely with education providers, industry, and communities to create pathways into employment, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. To date, over 250,000 people have taken part in FIT programmes, with many progressing into meaningful careers in the tech sector.
Fifty Shades Greener Fifty Shades Greener is a sustainability training and certification provider that works with businesses, governments, and individuals to drive real change. Their focus on practical learning and real behaviour change is what makes their work stand out, and it is great to see that impact being recognised.
Green Belt Green Belt is one of Ireland’s leading forestry and environmental management companies, with a long history of delivering sustainable afforestation and woodland management. We have had the chance to work closely with their team. From hosting initiatives like the recent Farnham Estate nature walk for our members to their wider work in forestry, their commitment to sustainability is clear, and it is great to see that being recognised.
IKC3 at Munster Technological University IKC3, led by Munster Technological University, is a national initiative focused on building knowledge and skills to support Ireland’s transition to a low carbon and sustainable economy. Working with universities, industry, and communities, the programme develops practical learning pathways and training to equip people with the tools needed for climate action and sustainable living. About»
KINTO Join is a carpooling platform that helps organisations make everyday travel more sustainable by reducing emissions and improving how people commute. Through its app, it connects users for shared journeys while also tracking environmental impact. About»
Lumina 360 helps organisations uncover hidden inefficiencies in energy use, equipment, and operations through data driven insights. Using IoT monitoring and its Lumina+ platform, it gives teams real time visibility to improve performance, reduce costs, and cut emissions. Their work supports more efficient, resilient operations, making sustainability a practical part of everyday decision making. About»
Re-Therm Sustainability is working on cleaner heating solutions that can make a real difference in cutting emissions. Through their modular energy storage systems, they replace fossil fuel based heating with renewable energy stored as heat for use on demand. About»
Techstuff is helping make technology more circular by making it easier to resell, reuse, repair, and recycle devices. Their platform connects consumers, retailers, and businesses, giving devices a longer life while reducing e waste. By making sustainable tech choices more accessible, they are playing an important role in building a more circular economy.
Total ReThink is helping drive the circular economy by refurbishing laptops, desktops, and monitors to extend their lifespan and reduce environmental impact. By offering high quality, secure devices with significantly lower carbon emissions, they provide a more sustainable alternative to buying new technology while helping organisations reduce waste and resource use. About»