Gold Standard Awards
The 2026 edition is now open!
Do you use voluntary standards or contribute to developing new ones to innovate, perform, and disseminate best practices? Are you convinced of the added value of voluntary standards? Your project can be promoted!
On the occasion of its centenary in 2026, AFNOR will celebrate standardization and organize exceptional Gold Standard Awards, offering a unique opportunity to highlight the players who are shaping standardization today! The 2026
Gold Standards Awards will recognize projects that have developed or used one or more voluntary standards in areas related to climate change, trustworthy and responsible digitalization, a more inclusive and diverse society, or contributing to well-being, safety, resilience, or any other topic related to standardization. Whether you are a
representative of industry, research, or civil society, now is the time to showcase your initiatives and contribute to this unique edition, organized as part of the celebration of 100 years of collective innovation.
All complete applications will be reviewed by a selection committee composed of AFNOR members, which will select up to five
here. Special attention will be given to research projects. Winners
will benefit from visibility for the projects they have carried out (video testimonials on the AFNOR website and social media)! The awards
ceremony will be held on June 22, 2026, in Paris. Together, let's
make these 2026 Gold Standards Awards a way to showcase your commitment to promoting voluntary standards!
