About Multipronged
Our company, Multipronged (Pty) Ltd, originating from Mbombela – Mpumalanga Province, is a dynamic organisation established in October 2008. We provide assistance to communities, organisations, and individuals working towards socio-economic transformation aimed at achieving purposeful change. Multipronged acts as a training, research, and consulting resource, focusing on biodiversity conservation, forest management, agroforestry, and chemical and waste management. Our approach is guided by the sustainable development
goals, concentrating on the three pillars of sustainable development: economic,
social, and environmental. This focus has expanded our team to include
environmental and biodiversity experts
Aim of Multipronged
Multipronged is hosting the Temvelo Environmental Awards – Symposium & Expo to create a platform for the private sector
to engage with the Government on how to boost and fast-track economic growth through environmental initiatives.
The event aims to create awareness, build capacity, and acknowledge, recognise, and honor businesses, organisations, communities, and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional environmental stewardship.
Eligibility To Enter The Awards
Individuals, Organizations, or
Initiatives:
The Temvelo Awards are open to individuals,
organizations (including non-profits, NGOs,
corporations, government agencies, etc.), or
specific initiatives or projects that have
demonstrated outstanding contributions to
environmental conservation, sustainability, or
protection.
Scope and Impact:
Eligible candidates typically need to
demonstrate the scope and impact of their
environmental efforts. This could include the
scale of their actions (local, regional, national,
or global), the significance of their
achievements, and the positive outcomes or
benefits generated for the environment or
communities.
Innovation and Leadership:
The Temvelo Awards value innovation and
leadership in addressing environmental
challenges. Eligible candidates may be
required to demonstrate creativity, originality,
and effectiveness in their approaches, as well
as leadership qualities such as vision,
determination, and collaboration
Measurable Results:
Award applicants need to provide evidence of
measurable results or tangible outcomes
resulting from their environmental initiatives.
This could include data, statistics, case studies,
testimonials, or other forms of documentation
that illustrate the effectiveness and impact of
their actions
Sustainability and Continuity:
The awards will prioritize candidates whose
efforts demonstrate a commitment to long-
term sustainability and Measurable Results:.
This could involve sustainable practices,
resource management, community
engagement, capacity building, and plans for
ongoing impact beyond the initial project or
intervention.
Compliance and Ethics:
Candidates for the Temvelo Awards are
expected to adhere to ethical standards and
legal requirements in their environmental
activities. This includes compliance with
environmental laws and regulations, respect
for human rights, cultural sensitivity, and
responsible stewardship of natural resources.
Nomination and Applications
Depending on the award, candidates may need to be nominated by others or submit applications themselves. Nomination or application processes usually require candidates to provide information about their background, achievements, goals, and supporting evidence to demonstrate their eligibility
and suitability for the award.
Nomination Process
Open nominations to the public or a specific audience, depending on the nature of the award. Provide clear instructions for submitting nominations, including deadlines and required documentation.
Selection Committee
Impartial selection committee comprising of experts or stakeholders relevant to the award’s focus.
Ensure transparency in the selection process, including disclosing the committee members’ identities and potential conflicts of interest.
Review and Evaluation
- Review
nominations
thoroughly against
the established
criteria
2. Evaluate each
nomination based on its
merits and impact,
considering qualitative
and quantitative factors
as appropriate
3. Conduct
interviews or
gather additional
information if
needed.
Decision Making
Facilitate discussions among the
selection committee to reach
consensus or make decisions on award
recipients.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity
throughout the decision-making
process
Sustainability and Continuity
Consider the long-term
sustainability of the award
program, including securing
funding, maintaining
institutional support, and
nurturing partnerships.
Continuously refine the
award criteria and
processes to adapt to
changing needs and
priorities.
Announcement and Recognition
Notify award recipients in a timely
manner and coordinate with them to
arrange for public announcements
or ceremonies.
Publicly recognize the recipients
through press releases, social media,
or other communication channels.