Acwa, a leader in energy transition, has been awarded the King Khalid Sustainability Award, receiving special recognition for achieving the highest rating in the social criterion.

This accolade followed a multi-month evaluation process, including a comprehensive audit of company data and sustainability reports from the previous year.

The award assesses four key areas—governance, environmental, social, and economic—using a globally recognised ESG framework aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and international sustainability standards.

It recognises private-sector firms of varying sizes and non-profit organisations, with top performers awarded for overall achievement and special awards for excellence in specific areas.

For Acwa, the recognition reflects an integrated approach across multiple departments, including sustainability, social responsibility, human capital, occupational safety, community engagement, and governance.

 The company expanded its corporate social responsibility initiatives in 2025, increasing both the scale and community impact of its programmes.

Comprehensive employee development programmes, systematic monitoring, and auditing of on-the-job training further strengthened its performance.

Rigorous implementation of occupational health and safety standards, alongside documented compliance with international benchmarks, reinforced Acwa’s social performance, demonstrating its commitment to employee well-being, operational sustainability, and responsible business practices.

Dr Rusha Alrawaf, Chief Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Officer at Acwa, said: "Winning the King Khalid Award is a powerful affirmation of our belief that business growth and social responsibility reinforce each other. The timing is significant, as this recognition coincides with the unveiling of our new brand identity, which puts people, communities, and long-term value creation at the center of everything we do. The special recognition for achieving the highest social rating demonstrates that right across our operations, sustainability is not a parallel initiative. In fact, it is embedded in how we operate, how we invest, and how we measure success."

This award highlights Acwa’s leadership in combining environmental, social, and governance priorities with strategic corporate growth and community engagement.-OGN/TradeArabia News Service