Candidates may nominate themselves or be nominated by a friend, colleagues or other industry influencer. Now in its sixth year, the team at the NZGBC has worked closely with our judging panel and sponsors to improve the programme and acknowledge the great mahi we’ve seen come through an outstanding field of candidates.

In 2024, our judges may also choose to award an Emerging Leader who will be identified from the shortlisted Future Thinkers and who have grown their own network and have already shown and continue to show their commitment to Aotearoa’s sustainable built environment. Creating the Emerging Leader Award allows us to acknowledge up and coming talent, while also acknowledging those who meet the criteria and may already be more established in the industry through internships, project experience or other networks.   

The Future Thinker of the Year Awards will be taking place on 30 April 2024.