Core Viewpoint - The New Leaf Award is a prestigious global award focused on innovation in the bio-based industry, aimed at recognizing and showcasing outstanding products and companies in this sector, often referred to as the "Oscar of the bio-based industry" [2][17]. Group 1: Award Structure - The New Leaf Award features four main categories: Innovation Material Award, Innovation Application Award, Innovation Industry Solution Award, and Most Commercially Valuable Award [6][2]. - Over 100 innovative bio-based products have been recognized through this award, highlighting its significance in the industry [2]. Group 2: Application Timeline and Process - The application process for the 2026 New Leaf Award has commenced, with key dates including: - Application period: December 1, 2025, to March 13, 2026 [11]. - Online voting (pre-selection): March 16 to March 22, 2026 [11]. - Online competition and expert review (final selection): March 23 to March 27, 2026 [11]. - Award ceremony: May 21, 2026, during the Bio-based 2026 conference [3][11]. Group 3: Evaluation Criteria - The evaluation criteria for the awards include: - Innovation in technology and application, functionality, commercial value, and sustainability, with varying weightings for each category [9]. - For the Innovation Material Award, the criteria weightings are: 30% technical innovation, 10% application innovation, 25% functionality, 20% commercial value, and 15% sustainability [9]. Group 4: Benefits of Participation - Participating companies can benefit from free publicity, leveraging a platform with over 100,000 industry followers and 100+ communication groups [10]. - Award-winning companies will receive a high-end trophy and certificate, along with the opportunity to celebrate their achievements at a grand award ceremony attended by industry leaders [13].

Core Viewpoint - The New Leaf Award, organized by DT New Materials, is a prestigious global award focused on innovation in the bio-based industry, aimed at recognizing and showcasing outstanding products and companies in this sector [2][17]. Group 1: Award Structure - The New Leaf Award features four main categories: Innovation Material Award, Innovation Application Award, Innovation Industry Solution Award, and Most Commercially Valuable Award [6][2]. - Over 100 innovative bio-based products have been awarded in previous editions, establishing the New Leaf Award as the "Oscar of the bio-based industry" [2]. Group 2: Application Timeline and Process - The application process for the 2026 New Leaf Award has commenced, with key dates including: - Application and nomination: December 1, 2025 - March 13, 2026 - Online voting (pre-selection): March 16 - March 22, 2026 - Online competition and expert review (final selection): March 23 - March 27, 2026 - Award ceremony: May 21, 2026, during the Bio-based 2026 Conference [8][11]. - The evaluation process includes two rounds of professional screening and assessments by over 50 core experts from the industry [12]. Group 3: Evaluation Criteria - The evaluation criteria for the awards are categorized as follows: - Innovation Material Award: 30% Technical Innovation, 10% Application Innovation, 25% Functionality, 20% Commercial Value, 15% Sustainability - Innovation Application Award: 10% Technical Innovation, 30% Application Innovation, 25% Functionality, 20% Commercial Value, 15% Sustainability - Most Commercially Valuable Award: 15% Technical Innovation, 20% Application Innovation, 20% Functionality, 30% Commercial Value, 15% Sustainability - Innovation Industry Solution Award: 20% Technical Innovation, 20% Application Innovation, 30% Functionality, 15% Commercial Value, 15% Sustainability [9]. Group 4: Benefits of Participation - Participating companies can benefit from free publicity, leveraging DT New Materials' extensive network of over 100,000 industry followers and 100+ communication groups [10]. - Award-winning companies will receive a high-end trophy and certificate during the award ceremony, providing significant exposure and recognition in front of industry leaders and representatives [13].

Core Viewpoint - The New Leaf Award, organized by DT New Materials, is a prestigious global award focused on innovation in the bio-based industry, aimed at recognizing and showcasing outstanding products and companies in this sector. The fourth edition of the award is set to begin its registration process for 2026, culminating in an award ceremony at the Bio-based 2026 conference on May 21, 2026 [2][22]. Group 1: Award Categories - The New Leaf Award features four main categories: Innovation Materials Award, Innovation Application Award, Innovation Industry Solutions Award, and Most Commercially Valuable Award [4][22]. Group 2: Registration Timeline and Process - Registration for the 2026 New Leaf Award starts on December 1, 2025, and ends on March 13, 2026. The initial online voting phase will take place from March 16 to March 22, 2026, followed by an online competition and expert review from March 23 to March 27, 2026, with the award ceremony scheduled for May 21, 2026 [6][9]. Group 3: Evaluation Criteria - The evaluation criteria for the awards include: - Innovation in Technology (30% for Innovation Materials Award, 10% for Innovation Application Award) - Innovation in Application (10% for Innovation Materials Award, 30% for Innovation Application Award) - Functionality (25% for Innovation Materials Award, 25% for Innovation Application Award) - Commercial Value (20% for Innovation Materials Award, 30% for Innovation Industry Solutions Award) - Sustainability (15% across all categories) [10]. Group 4: Benefits of Participation - Participating companies will receive free publicity, leveraging DT New Materials' extensive network of over 100,000 industry followers and 100+ communication groups, enhancing brand visibility through a professional selection process and media support [11]. - Award-winning companies will also have the opportunity to attend the award ceremony for free, receiving a high-end trophy and certificate in front of a large audience, celebrating their achievements with industry peers [12].