The EUROCHAMTT Sustainability Champion Awards ceremony took place on the 28 May 2025 in partnership with His Excellency, Dr. Christophe Eick, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Trinidad and Tobago and Special Envoy for Climate Issues in the Caribbean, the UN Trinidad and Tobago and the Department of Geography, the University of West Indies (UWI). It was held at the residence of the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Trinidad and Tobago.

This year, we invited Dr. Judith Gobin, an internationally recognised professor of marine sciences and the present Chair, of the Board of the Asa Wright Nature Centre (AWNC) to address participants on the importance of knowledge of, and protecting terrestrial and ocean Biodiversity Dr. Gobin’s talk can be found here.

Congratulation to Our Winners 2025 and to each and every company that has taken the time to complete and submit an application telling their story.

Here are just a few of the highlights of participants in alphabetical order of the 13 companies:

Aegis Business Solutions Limited

Aegis Business Solutions is an advisory firm offering services in Accounting, Tax, Payroll, Compliance, Global Mobility, and Technology.

Aegis sees sustainability as an extension of responsible governance, integrating energy efficiency, flexible work, and social initiatives like the Career Closet.

In 2024, the company launched a Sustainability Initiation Committee and continues to advance internal priorities around AML training, ethical conduct, and inclusive practices, including early efforts to understand and support neurodiversity in the workplace.

ANSA McAL Limited

Ansa McAl has been operating in Trinidad and Tbago over 104 years and is a diverse regional conglomerate with 10 sectors including: automotive, beverage, construction, distribution, financial services, manufacturing, media, real estate, retail and services. They employ around 4,930 persons and about 6% of their sales represent exports to third parties (outside of companies in the group to whom they also export).

Ansa McAl was awarded Sustainability Champion – Large companies in 2024 and once again in 2025. We are pleased to report their commitment reflected in the decision to pursue an international sustainability standard  IFRS S1 Compliance Gap Analysis and Roadmap.

Although not yet mandatory in the Caribbean region, as part of ANSA McAL’s commitment to sustainability and transparency, the Group has decided to adopt the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) S1 General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information starting with its Head Office and its most influential sectors; Beverage, Construction, Financial Services and Manufacturing Sectors.

ASCO Logistics Trinidad

ASCO is a leading global logistics and materials management provider to the energy industry.

ASCO already publishes an annual sustainability report detailing the measures implemented during the year to achieve greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets, including disclosure of total GHG emissions in metric tonnes of CO₂ equivalent, presented at a country level. The report also discloses data on waste generation and water consumption.

In terms of society, ASCO supports its workforce with opportunities for development through work-based learning where local employees are trained by experienced expat staff with the aim of replacing the expat staff.  ASCO also provides opportunities for employment in global operations where appropriate.

As part of its commitment to excellence in Governance, ASCO selects suppliers who share the same environmental ambition and commitment as ASCO. Sustainability considerations have been added to their invitations to tender (ITT).

Carnicycle Ltd.

Carnicycle’s mission is to make Carnival more sustainable by providing education, waste management and consulting to the Carnival industry. They address the pressing question: What happens to all the costumes after Carnival?

Carnicycle is dedicated to promoting resource efficiency and circular economy principles within the Caribbean Carnival industry in Trinidad and Tobago and in other countries. They have evaluated the lifecycle of Carnival materials, particularly costumes and accessories, to determine their potential for reuse and recycling, engaged with stakeholders to optimize resource use by repurposing deadstock and post-Carnival costumes and implemented circular economy strategies by creating resale and rental programs that extend the life of Carnival materials, reducing landfill waste. Through its meaningful partnerships with other social organisations such as SPOOL which targets vulnerable women and through workshops and education and employment of youth in its operations, CARNICYCLE has been able to make significant social positive impact on communities.

CGA Limited

CGA Limited has been operating in Trinidad & Tobago for 88 years. It manufactures Coconut Oils, Margarines, Liquid Shortenings, Soaps and Cosmetics and exports to 11 Caricom countries. CGA is vegan, cruelty free and environmentally conscious with focus on circular economy.  It has attained 5 international certifications of which 3 relate to its sustainable practices:

1. FDA (food safety)
2. GFSI (food safety)
3. The Vegan Society (vegan)
4. Halal and
5. Leapin Bunny (cruelty free).

CGA is measuring GHGs and has seen a reduction (from 2022 to 2023) in 40% gas usage, reduction in emissions from 4563 tons of CO2 emissions to 3522 tons of CO2 and a reduction by 38% in Water Usage.

Where it comes to society, CGA has implemented a number of policies contributing positively to its workforce such as its mandatory education and vocational training time for employees and its Wellness Week annually in April where free wellness and medicals screenings are supported including working with partners.

Francois Farms

Francois Farms is a 5-acre farm located in Northeast Trinidad in Fishing Pond, Manzanilla. Mango is the primary source of production, along with citrus (orange, lime) and exotic fruit including cashima and caimito.

Francois Farms practices sustainable agricultural production and optimises yields through attention to pruning and use of organic fertilizers. It is also located close to the numerous apiaries and thereby benefits from insect pollination.

The farm adheres to the Trinidad and Tobago Bureau of Standards’ guidelines, including TTS648:2020 for Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and TTS 642:2018 for Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Handmade by Jeanette (HBJC)

Handmade by Jeanette Company is an agri-food business operating for over 4 1/ 2 years in Trinidad and Tobago with entry to export markets.

Handmade by Jeanette has committed to sustainability and circular economy approaches and has integrated the following into its operations:

• Collaborating with smallholder farmers who follow sustainable agricultural practices.
• Repurposing imperfect or surplus produce, converting it into high-quality products, rather than allowing it to go to waste.
• Minimizing packaging waste by using recyclable and biodegradable materials whenever possible.

In terms of society, Handmade by Jeanette promotes work life balance and provides training to vulnerable groups in partnership with others.

Renewable Power Caribbean Limited

RPCL has been operating in Trinidad and Tobago for 3 years and is a supplier of Solar PV Systems, Agrivoltaics Systems, Solar Lighting, Wind Tulips and Battery Storage Systems. They have been awarded the 2025 Sustainability Champion – small and medium-sized enterprises.

The company promotes sustainable systems for agriculture including automated irrigation systems, hydronics for temperature regulation in greenhouses and aquaponics for integrating fish waste as nutrients for plants.

As a supplier, they have installed over 850kW of supply and installations since 2022 and are in the design stages of a 1MW solar system in Trinidad and Tobago for a commercial complex.

Within their own operations: they have installed a 5kw solar energy system for lighting and an indoor hydroponics system and they are transitioning the entire fleet to electric vehicles (EVs), hybrids, and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles by 2030

Apart from good workforce practices, RPCL impacts communities positively through their School Education Tour (S.E.T.) Initiative which inspires students at twelve (12) secondary schools and by fostering a deeper understanding of clean energy and sustainable practices through the establishment of Renewable Energy Clubs in Nine (9) schools.

Renewable Energy Supplies and Services Company of Trinidad and Tobago (RESSCOTT) Limited.

RESSCOTT has been operating in Trinidad and Tobago for over 9 years and provides energy consultation, renewable energy development, solar energy construction, EPC contracting, project financing, agri-voltics, carpark lighting and construction, professional energy services and solar powered water desalination plants. They employ around 16 persons and 40% of sales is derived from exports.

RESSCOTT was our Sustainability Champion Awards recipient small and medium -sized business in 2024. We are pleased to report to continued progress as follows

We are pleased to report that they have continued to expand significantly in renewables, to measure and facilitate decarbonisation.

TOSL Engineering Limited

TOSL has been operating in Trinidad and Tobago for over 43 year and is involved in providing Integrated Engineering Services, Industrial Sales and Consulting services.

While they are at the start of incorporating ESG measuring systems into their operations, TOSL has implemented the first high energy-efficient district cooling system in Trinidad and Tobago, and the Caribbean in line with the National Cooling Strategy for Trinidad and Tobago. The system provides an efficient way to air condition a network of buildings by distribution chilled water from a centralized source to multiple buildings via a network of insulated pipes. This project was done in partnership with the Ministry of Planning and Development and the UNDP Trinidad & Tobago Office and focuses on reducing electricity consumption and greenhouse gas emissions by utilizing environmentally friendly, low-Global Warming Potential (GWP) refrigerants and efficient chillers.

TOSL has also been recognised and awarded as a company with strong commitment to good corporate governance.

TROPI-MULCH LTD

Tropi-Mulch has been in operation for 14 years in Trinidad and Tobago

They convert waste to eco-friendly mulch and landscape accessories or substrates for food and horticulture production and around 10% of sales comes from exports. They also provide an eco-conscious property maintenance service that incorporates a circular solution model”

They are measuring the GHG emissions from their wood chipper operations and delivery process.

Over the past 14 years, Tropi-Mulch has prevented the emission of approximately 47,320 metric tonnes of CO₂ from sawmill waste, contributing to cleaner air and a reduced carbon footprint. Their products from waste conversion contribute also to carbon sequestration and soil fertility.

Through their subsidiary company LinkUP, they have been engaged by many other industries to assist in redirecting their waste away from landfills to Green Innovative Entrepreneurs.

Where it comes to society, Tropi -Mulch works with a specialist transformation coach to lead in-house capacity-building workshops that benefit employees’ overall wellbeing. It has collaborated with community stakeholders, academia, government, NGOs for local agriculture and gardening initiatives, and awareness campaigns to educate communities on sustainable practices and waste management. They have been awarded the 2025 Sustainability Champion – small and medium-sized enterprises.

United Independent Petroleum Marketing Company Limited (UNIPET)

Unipet has been in operations for 28 years in Trinidad and Tobago and is involved in the storage, transportation and delivery of wholesale and retail fuel. It is involved in exporting and employs around 200 persons.

While the company has not reached the stage of readiness to disclose GHG emissions, Unipet is conducting baseline assessments of GHG emissions across scopes 1, 2 and 3 in accordance with international standards, integrating sustainability reporting and communications and setting GHG emissions reduction targets.

UNIPET has also launched initiatives including the phased installation of solar photovoltaic systems at selected service stations and administrative sites, as well as energy efficiency projects such as LED retrofitting and the optimization of logistics and fuel delivery systems.

UNIPET is impacting communities through its “Switch to Sunshine” campaign, formally launched in February 2025, designed to boost energy independence and expand access to renewable energy solutions for individuals, households, and small businesses across Trinidad and Tobago. This initiative followed the practical support to two schools with a 4.4 kW solar PV system and a15kW solar PV system.  In one case, the school served as a shelter and during and following a hurricane was among  the few buildings that had power.

UNIPET aims to cultivate a culture of ethical business conduct and is guided by core values of Unique, Quality, Ethics, Safety, and One-Team (UQUEST) which forms part of the DNA of the oganisation.

WeFeed TT – Trading Name if different: IMMERSIVE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS AND SUPPORT LIMITED

We Feed TT has been operating in Trinidad and Tobago for 3 years. Their main product is fish feed, They also operate a farm and tilapia production and they employ on average around 8 persons.

WeFeedTT is committed to circular economy principles.

The fish food production facility itself incorporates 20% recycled materials from fish scraps from local fishmongers, trimmings and excess produce from the farms and tilapia byproducts from their own ponds.

The entire water supply is harvested rainwater. This water is recycled through the tilapia farm where it absorbs nutrient-rich waste, and is then filtered and reused to irrigate crops. This not only eliminates the need for chemical fertilizers but also ensures that valuable nutrients stay within the system.

Greenhouses are constructed entirely from repurposed materials—including plastic barrels and other discarded items—reducing the need for new construction resources and keeping usable materials out of landfills.

NETWORKING: Highlights from the Awards 2025