PMANZ SUSTAINABILITY AWARD

Ensystex’s vision is to be the first choice for environmentally responsible, effective, long-term pest management solutions.

The PMANZ Sustainability Award is a new, annual initiative delivered by PMANZ and proudly sponsored by Ensystex. 

This inaugural award has been established to promote sustainability across the New Zealand pest management industry.

The award recognises pest management businesses that have implemented innovative and environmentally responsible practices, achieving measurable outcomes in areas such as preventing pollution, conserving energy and water, minimising waste, and maximising resource efficiency.

Protecting People, Property & the Planet

With the environmental challenges our planet faces today, there has never been a more important time for our industry to lead with purpose. The professional pest management sector plays a vital role in protecting public health, safeguarding buildings, and supporting New Zealand’s food supply.

This award acknowledges businesses that go beyond compliance — embedding genuine environmental stewardship into their operations and demonstrating that effective pest control and sustainability can work hand in hand.

 “Every little change helps, no matter how small”

As New Zealanders become increasingly focused on climate action and protecting our unique natural environment, sustainability is no longer optional — it is becoming a business expectation. A growing segment of customers, particularly Millennials and Generation Z, are actively seeking environmentally responsible service providers.

For pest management businesses, sustainability represents both a clear customer expectation and a strong opportunity to differentiate, build trust, and future-proof operations.

Aims

• ✓ To promote the professionalism of the industry as an early adopter of sustainable and ethical business practices.
• ✓ To drive the industry to adopt more sustainable practices that align with modern environmental and social standards.
• ✓ To profile projects and initiatives within New Zealand that drive measurable sustainable change.
• ✓ To set the standard for environmental stewardship in the New Zealand pest management sector.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the PMANZ Sustainability Award, applicants must:

• Be a licensed and practising pest management business operating in New Zealand.
• Be either a PMANZ member or a non-member operating within the New Zealand pest management sector.

Note: To be eligible to receive the award, a representative must be in attendance at the FAOPMA Pest Summit 2026 in Auckland.

Submission of Entries

Completed entry forms and supporting documentation must be submitted by COB 30th April 2026 via email to info@pmanz.nz. 

CLICK HERE to Download PMANZ Sustainability Entry Form 

2026 Timetable

Judging Criteria

The judging panel will assess entries based on a holistic approach to sustainability, looking for real and measurable improvements across areas such as:

• ✅ Energy efficiency
• ✅ Water conservation
• ✅ Resource efficiency
• ✅ Waste minimisation
• ✅ Positive social impact within local communities
• ✅ Ethical business practices and supply chains
• ✅ Commitment to fair labour standards

The overall winner will be the business that demonstrates the highest level of commitment to these environmental and social performance measures.

Award Winners

This is the inaugural year of the PMANZ Sustainability Award.
The first winner will be announced at FAOPMA Pest Summit 2026 in Auckland.

The winner will also receive:

A trophy & a feature in the PMANZ Magazine

Winners will also have the opportunity to give a brief acceptance speech during the ceremony.

Feedback to Entrants

Confidential feedback will be provided to all entrants to support continuous improvement and encourage industry-wide progress in sustainable pest management.

For any enquiries, please contact the PMANZ National Office.