Mobile World Capital Awards
The Challenge
The awards aim to recognise innovative projects that contribute to sustainable digital transformation, addressing global challenges such as environmental sustainability, social equity, and effective governance.
The focus is on aligning with the United Nations 2030 Agenda Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and ESG (environmental, social, and governance) criteria.
Projects should demonstrate how technology can drive positive change for society and the economy.
Who can apply?
The awards are open to public and private organisations, including startups, institutions, and companies, provided their projects align with the outlined objectives. Applicants must submit entries in Spanish or Catalan, and projects should focus on one of the defined categories related to sustainability and innovation.
Background
The Mobile World Capital Awards, introduced as part of Mobile World Capital Barcelona's strategic plan, aim to position technology as a transformative tool for societal and economic benefits.
The initiative emphasises humanising technology, fostering digital talent, and promoting scalable, impactful solutions. These awards are part of a broader effort to consolidate Barcelona as a hub for sustainable digital innovation and align the foundation’s activities with the principles of Tech4Good​.