Nominations Open for Platts Global Energy Awards 2026

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S&P Global Energy (SPGI) opened nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards 2026, now in its 28th year. Nominations close on July 1, 2026; finalists will be announced on September 1, 2026 and winners at a black-tie ceremony on December 3, 2026 in New York City.

The program covers 19 categories across upstream, midstream, downstream, LNG, power, chemicals, finance, infrastructure and individual awards. An impartial international panel of energy experts will evaluate entries using category criteria and, where appropriate, company profiles and financial performance. Sponsorship and media contact details are provided.

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Call for nominations across range of 19 categories celebrating industry excellence,
innovation and impact

NEW YORK, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- S&P Global Energy, the leading independent provider of information, data, analysis, benchmark prices and workflow solutions for the commodities, energy expansion and energy transition markets, today announced the call for nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards program, now in its 28^th year. Nominations will close on July 1, 2026, and finalists will be announced on the Awards website on September 1, 2026.

"We are proud to open nominations to recognize excellence in energy through our 2026 Platts Global Energy Awards that spotlight exemplary leadership across companies, initiatives and individual performance that advance energy security, resilience in decarbonization progress, technology, community impact and more," said Lyn Tattum, Vice President, Head of Conferences, Training & Strategic Media, S&P Global Energy. "Steering a course for the energy of the future is no small feat amid ongoing transformation, surging AI-driven energy demand, and an increasingly complex global environment".

Often described as "the Oscars of the energy industry," the Platts Global Energy Awards program recognizes corporate and individual innovation, leadership, and exemplary performance across a range of 19 categories. The categories include Upstream, Midstream, Downstream, Liquefied Natural Gas, Power, Chemicals, Finance as well as corporate awards such as Infrastructure Project of the Year, Energy Deal of the Year, Energy Company of the Year and also personal awards for Rising Star Individual, Lifetime Achievement, Chief Executive of the Year, and more.

The judging process will rely on the expertise of an impartial panel of international energy experts whose background and experience include regulation, policymaking, corporate leadership, trading, and strategic consulting. The judges evaluate the finalists based on the criteria listed for each category, taking into consideration, where appropriate, company profiles and financial performance in the designated timeframe. The winners are then selected by the independent panel of judges and will be announced at a black-tie awards ceremony on December 3, 2026 in New York City. Neither S&P Global Energy nor its event sponsors submit votes or select winners.

For information on event sponsorships, contact Oliver Sawyer or Ashley Matthews Greenleaf at: oliver.sawyer@spglobal.com or telephone 07483922681, and ashley.greenleaf@spglobal.com or telephone +1 346-651-8174, respectively.  

Access the full list of nomination categories and event details at the Platts Global Energy Awards website. 

Media Contacts    
Americas/EMEA: Kathleen Tanzy +1 917-331-4607, kathleen.tanzy@spglobal.com   
Asia/EMEA: Melissa Tan +65-81897569, melissa.tan@spglobal.com

About S&P Global Energy
At S&P Global Energy, our comprehensive view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make superior decisions and create long-term, sustainable value. Our four core capabilities are: Platts for pricing and news; CERA for research and advisory; Horizons for energy expansion and sustainability solutions; and Events for industry collaboration.

S&P Global Energy is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global enables businesses, governments, and individuals with trusted data, expertise, and technology to make decisions with conviction. We are Advancing Essential Intelligence through world-leading benchmarks, data, and insights that customers need in order to plan confidently, act decisively, and thrive in a rapidly changing global landscape. Learn more at www.spglobal.com/energy

 

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FAQ

When do nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI) close?

Nominations for the Platts Global Energy Awards (SPGI) close on July 1, 2026, at the stated deadline. According to S&P Global Energy, finalists will be announced September 1, 2026, and winners announced at a December 3, 2026 black-tie ceremony in New York City.

How do I submit a nomination for the Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI)?

To nominate, submit entries via the Platts Global Energy Awards website before July 1, 2026, following listed category instructions. According to S&P Global Energy, the site lists 19 categories and detailed submission criteria for corporate and individual nominations, plus contact details for sponsorship inquiries.

Who judges the Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI) nominations?

An impartial panel of international energy experts will judge entries, covering regulation, policymaking, corporate leadership, trading, and consulting. According to S&P Global Energy, judges evaluate finalists using category criteria and may consider company profiles and financial performance where appropriate.

When will finalists and winners for Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI) be announced?

Finalists are announced September 1, 2026; winners are revealed at the black-tie ceremony on December 3, 2026. According to S&P Global Energy, the ceremony is in New York City and neither S&P Global Energy nor sponsors submit votes or select winners.

How many categories are in the Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI) and which major awards are included?

The program covers 19 categories, including corporate awards such as Energy Company of the Year and Energy Deal of the Year. According to S&P Global Energy, categories span Upstream, Midstream, Downstream, LNG, Power, Chemicals, Finance, plus personal awards like Rising Star and Lifetime Achievement.

Who do I contact for sponsorship or media inquiries about Platts Global Energy Awards 2026 (SPGI)?

For sponsorships contact Oliver Sawyer or Ashley Matthews Greenleaf; media contacts include Kathleen Tanzy and Melissa Tan. According to S&P Global Energy, the announcement lists emails and telephone numbers and directs readers to the awards website for full event and contact details.