Awards Nomination Guidelines
Who Can Be Nominated?
Nominations are open to individuals who:
- Demonstrate leadership, innovation, or positive influence in their field
- Align with the criteria outlined for the relevant award category
- Not be an existing or recent (1 year) committee member of the Australian Institute of Energy
Both self-nominations and third-party nominations are encouraged.
Award Categories
Each award category has specific criteria. Please ensure you:
- Select the most appropriate category for your nominee
- Clearly address the category criteria within your submission
- Provide relevant examples that demonstrate the nominee’s impact
(Tip: Strong nominations are specific, evidence-based, and clearly linked to the award criteria.)
How to Submit a Nomination
To complete your nomination, you will be required to provide:
- Nominee details (name, role, organization- self nominations welcome)
- Nominator details (if submitting on behalf of someone else/ please seek written approval)
- A written submission addressing the award criteria
- Supporting examples of achievements, impact, and outcomes
Optional:
- Supporting documents (e.g. testimonials, project summaries, or links)
Writing a Strong Nomination
We encourage you to:
- Be clear and concise
- Use specific examples and measurable outcomes where possible
- Highlight what makes the nominee stand out
- Demonstrate the broader impact (team, organisation, industry, or community)
Avoid:
- Generic statements without evidence
Submission Requirements
Entries must be submitted, shared, and received by 01 June 2026, meeting the criteria.
Selection Process
Nominations will be reviewed by an independent judging panel. Judges will assess submissions based on:
- Alignment to award criteria
- Demonstrated impact and outcomes
- Clarity and strength of the supporting examples
Confidentiality
All information provided will be treated as confidential and shared only with the judging panel for the purpose of assessment.
Key Dates | |
|---|---|
Nominations Open | 19/05/2026 |
Nominations Close | 01/06/2026 |
Finalists Announced | 12/06/2026 |
Awards Event | 19/06/2026 |


