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CGM Hornbill Awards 2026
Scaling Impact: Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Malaysia
4 August 2026 | 1:50 pm - 3:50 pm| Sasana Kijang, Kuala Lumpur
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Overview
Recognising Malaysia's Most Impactful Conservation Projects
The CGM Hornbill Awards 2026 is Climate Governance Malaysia’s nature-based solutions recognition programme; a call to Malaysia’s NGOs, community based organisations, and conservation groups to submit their most impactful projects for the chance to be recognised, funded and showcased on a national stage.
Taking place on the second day of the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2026 at Sasana Kijang, Kuala Lumpur, the Hornbill Awards bring together eight finalists to present their work live before an expert judging panel and an audience of Malaysia’s leading climate, finance, and governance pioneers.
🏆All 8 finalists selected for the Hornbill Awards will also receive a dedicated exhibitor space during Day 1 and 2 of NCGS 2026
This benefit allows your organisation to set up your booth, whilst promoting your company. Your organisation will also receive direct access to hundreds of leaders across business, government, finance, and civil society before the award presentations even begin.
Format
8 Finalists
Live presentation to expert judges
Theme
Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Malaysia
Submit Your Project Proposal. Shape Malaysia’s Climate Future.
We are looking for organisations doing transformative, on-the-ground work to protect Malaysia’s biodiversity and natural heritage.
Who should Apply
ELIGIBLE ORGANISATIONS
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Malaysian-registered NGOs, CSOs, and conservation groups
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Groups with a proven track record in biodiversity, conservation, and nature protection within Malaysia.
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Local community groups actively safeguarding natural heritage and ecosystems
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Entities with transparent governance capable of managing and reporting on institutional funding
PROJECT REQUIREMENTS
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Projects must be entirely executed within Malaysia and directly address biodiversity loss, ecosystem preservation, or nature protection.
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Funding must be channeled entirely into field execution, direct community engagement, or active conservation workflows
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Proposals must define a clear framework for measuring environmental impacts
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Applicants must be prepared to present live if shortlisted as a finalist
Please also refer to the Form for further information on the submission process
Timeline
Proposal Submission Deadline - 17 July 2026
Shortlisted Online Interviews - Week of 20 July 2026
Finalist Physical Presentations- 4 August 2026
Evaluation & Judging Process
The hornbill Awards is designed to be credible, transparent, and rigorous. The evaluation process is jointly overseen by CGM
Step 1
Submit your proposal by 17th July 2026 via the Google form
All submissions are reviewed against an evaluation criteria developed by CGM
Step 2
Interviews starting 20th July 2026
Shortlisted organisations are invited for online interviews during the week of 20 July 2026.
Step 3
Physical presentations on 4th August 2026
8 finalists are selected and invited to present their projects live at Sasana Kijang
Step 4
Winners are Announced
The Hornbill Awards is a key programme under the National Climate Governance Summit (NCGS) 2026, providing a platform to recognise and showcase impactful climate and sustainability solutions to a wider audience of directors, policymakers, industry leaders, and stakeholders.
Interested in experiencing the full Summit? Explore NCGS 2026 and register to join the conversation on climate governance and resilience.