The construction industry is at the forefront of innovation and sustainability, working tirelessly to reduce its carbon footprint. One of the key areas where impactful change can be made is the transportation of goods to and from construction sites. With the growing need for sustainable solutions, we are excited to announce a unique opportunity to make a difference: The CIHT and Arcadis Sustainable Transportation Solutions for Construction Sites Award.
Open to individual students & young professionals in the age category of 18- 25 years and based in the United Kingdom.
Free to enter.
To present your ideas at Highways UK an industry leading event with Arcadis, CIHT & National Highways on 15 October.
Travel to Highways UK will be covered for the winner.
The winner will be provided with a session hosted by Arcadis and CIHT via MS Teams to refine their ideas in preparation for Highways UK.
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How can we transport goods to and from construction sites in a more carbon-friendly way? Propose a solution that reduces carbon emissions while being efficient and practical.
Develop and submit a solution that addresses the following:
We encourage originality, bold ideas, and solutions that can make a tangible impact while being feasible for implementation across the construction industry.
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Transportation accounts for a significant portion of carbon emissions in the construction sector. From the delivery of materials to the removal of waste, the logistics involved in construction projects play a critical role in shaping the industry’s environmental impact. This competition invites you to think outside the box and propose innovative, practical solutions to revolutionize how goods are transported to and from construction sites in a carbon-friendly way.
We are calling on creative minds - students, professionals, and innovators alike - to step up and help us reimagine logistics for a sustainable future.
Stephen Elderkin
Director of Environmental Sustainability
National Highways
Paul Aspinall
Global Hydrogen Lead
Arcadis
Glenn Lyons,
Immediate Past President of the Chartered Institution of Highways & Transportation (CIHT) and Mott MacDonald Professor of Future Mobility at UWE Bristol
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Criteria |
Description |
Score Range |
Weight |
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Innovation |
Originality and creativity of the proposed solution. |
1-10 |
25% |
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Environmental Impact |
Effectiveness in reducing carbon emissions and overall sustainability benefits. |
1-10 |
30% |
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Feasibility |
Practicality and ease of implementation in the construction industry. |
1-10 |
20% |
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Cost-Effectiveness |
Financial viability and potential cost savings of the solution. |
1-10 |
15% |
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Presentation Quality |
Clarity, organization, and professionalism of the submission. |
1-10 |
10% |
Cost to enter: Free
Entry criteria: Open to individual students & young professionals in the age category of 18- 25 years and based in the United Kingdom
Deadline for entry: 5pm (BST) 5 September 2025
>>> Enter today
Open to individual students & young professionals in the age category of 18- 25 years and based in the United Kingdom.
Free to enter.