Take action. Earn points. Inspire change.
Running from August to 31 October 2025, the ANU Green Awards are a celebration of climate-conscious action across campus. Participate individually or as a team, complete challenges and earn points toward Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum recognition — with prizes and community-wide shoutouts for those who stand out.
Learn more about the program from the information provided below.
Join us for an information session on Friday, 8 August, from 12:30 to 1:15 pm - register for this session here.
To be considered for the ANU Green Awards, you must complete this registration form: ANU Green Awards Team Registration Form. Registration ensures that your actions are counted towards the Awards and that you’re eligible for prizes and recognition at the end of the program.
Have questions? Email us at anugreen@anu.edu.au
Want to stay in the loop? Join the ANU Green Network or follow @green_anu on Instagram.
What are the ANU Green Awards?
The ANU Green Awards are a campus-wide sustainability challenge designed to support, celebrate, and reward actions that achieve real environmental impact.
Whether you're cutting down on plastic, composting at home or work, or running a climate workshop, your actions count.
It’s open to all ANU staff and students. You can participate individually or as part of a team.
How it works
• Register via our Awards Registration Form
• Download and sign into the One Small Step x ANU platform
• Complete challenges and upload evidence to earn eco-points
• Check your progress – track your impact and see how your team ranks on the One Small Step x ANU leaderboard
• Reach award levels (Bronze to Platinum) and apply for themed awards – some awards include prizes!
• Celebrate together at our Awards event in early November!
Join the challenge now
Important: For the ANU Green Awards, you can participate either as an individual or as part of a team — not both.
If you join a team, all your challenge completions will count towards your team’s points.
If you prefer to compete as an individual, do not join a team.
If you are currently in a team but want to participate as an individual, you must exit the team first.
To leave a team: Contact ANU Green at anugreen@anu.edu.au.
Award categories and tiers
Points-based Awards:
• Bronze — 50+ points
• Silver — 100+ points
• Gold — 150+ points
• Platinum — 200+ points
• Top Eco Achiever – individual with the highest points (cannot also be part of a team)
• Leading Green Team – team with the highest points
• Greenest Hall – Hall of residence team with the highest points
Points are earned by completing verified One Small Step challenges, with bonus points available through surprise challenges and creative reflection evidence.
Theme-based Awards:
Celebrating specific areas of impact. Participants can be nominated (including self-nomination) or identified through app activity and evidence.
• Waste Warrior – Excellence in waste reduction or composting
• Water Saver – Notable actions around water conservation
• Climate Champion – Strong engagement in energy and carbon actions
• Planet Ally – Advocacy or peer encouragement around sustainability
• Carbon Smart Commuter – For those reducing emissions through smart commuting choices
• Sustainable Foodie – For actions supporting sustainable food habits
These awards are qualitative and allow for nominations that are creative or team-based.
Special Recognition:
• Creative Contributor – For proposing a new challenge idea that gets published. Must be relevant, achievable, and aligned with One Small Step x ANU themes.
• Teamwork Trophy – Awarded to the most active and collaborative team (min. 3 participants). Based on points, reflections, and peer nominations.
• Most Inspiring Action – Judged on creativity and real-world impact. Nominate: Best Individual Story, Best Team Submission, or Best Hall Initiative.
• Green Leader Recognition – For those who motivate and mobilise others (staff/students/hall reps).
Use this form to submit a nomination (coming soon) for any of the above.
Types of challenges
Complete challenges in the One Small Step x ANU app to earn eco-points.
Categories include:
• Waste & Recycling
• Energy
• Water
• Transport and Commuting
• Food
• Purchases
• Grow the Movement (e.g. events and sharing knowledge)
• Climate Resilience and Impact
Explore current challenges in the One Small Step x ANU platform
Joining a team
You can participate:
• As an individual
• As part of a team
• As a team leader (e.g. for your hall, office or student group)
Form your own team or join an existing one. Check out the Teams tab on the One Small Step x ANU platform to see who’s already participating.
Bonus tip: Green Awards work best when you cheer each other on. Host a challenge sprint, share your tips, or compare scores via the ANU Green Network on Teams.
Completing challenges and submitting evidence
To earn points, complete challenges and upload photos, image files or a description where requested in the app.
Steps to complete a challenge:
• Review and complete each step in the challenge
• Mark each step as done
• Submit required evidence as specified
Evidence can include:
• Photos of your action (e.g. riding your bike, setting up a worm farm)
• Screenshots (e.g. of a climate event or newsletter)
• A short reflection (text or video)
Note: If your reflection is in text or video form, please submit it using this form: ANU Green Awards Evidence Submission (coming soon)
All evidence is reviewed weekly by the ANU Green team. Creative or impactful entries may be featured!
Tips for team leaders
Team leaders help build momentum and connection across the Awards program. Here are some ways to lead:
• Use Microsoft Teams, posters or in-person chats to spread the word
• Encourage friendly competition and weekly shout-outs
• Organise a challenge blitz or group activity
• Support your team with reminders and motivation
Team Leader Toolkit (PDF 252 KB).
Need support? Email anugreen@anu.edu.au
Key dates and contact info
Key dates:
• Program Launch: 5 August 2025 (join anytime)
• Final Submissions Due: 31 October 2025
• Awards Celebration: Early November 2025
Register your interest here
Contact us:
anugreen@anu.edu.au