Public and private sector fleets now have until 23^rd August to submit their entries for the awards, which recognise organisations that are achieving environmental best practice by implementing innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions and operate efficient and environmentally friendly fleets.

The awards also recognise companies that supply cost and fuel saving products or services to fleets and vehicle operators. Last year the awards attracted over 100 entries from all sectors of industry.

There are 13 award categories, of which five are now sponsored:

• Best Public Sector Fleet; sponsored by BT Fleet
• Smarter Driving; sponsored by BMW
• Plugged-in Fleets award (new in 2013); sponsored by EDF Energy
• Grey Fleet Management; sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car
• Business Mileage Management; sponsored by Route Monkey.

The other categories comprise:

• Best Private Sector Fleet
• Industry Supplier Award
• Transport Solutions Supplier of the Year
• Innovation in Car and Van Manufacturing
• Innovation in Fleet Services and Systems
• Innovation in Fleet Management
• Leadership Award
• Commercial Vehicle Management

The awards are free to enter and the application process is straightforward, initially requiring only a 250-word entry outlining why the organisation should win.  The criteria for each award is available to view on the Energy Saving Trust website. 

Successful first round applicants will be notified by 30th August 2013 and invited to submit a second, more detailed application by 27th September 2013. Winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 28th November.

Application forms can be found on the EST website at: www.energysavingtrust.org.uk/fleetheroes