The MWCapital Awards recognise the international tech projects with the greatest impact on sustainability
The ceremony, held at the Mirador Torre Glòries, brought together representatives of the 17 finalist projects selected from 157 entries across 34 countries, along with entrepreneurs from the tech ecosystem, social stakeholders, and representatives from public and private institutions committed to purpose-driven innovation.
The jury, formed by experts from organisations such as GSMA, B Lab Spain, Red.es, MIT, AMETIC and the International Telecommunication Union, evaluated the proposals based on innovation, scalability, and real social impact, selecting one winner for each of the five established categories.
The winning projects:
These projects will have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at the next edition of MWC Barcelona, gaining access to a key international platform to increase visibility and foster strategic collaborations.
In addition, as the winner of the Barcelona Horizon Award, the Embrace the Forest initiative from Brazil will receive up to €50,000 to pilot its solution in Barcelona. Its technology, Pantera, is a wildfire management software that uses artificial intelligence to prevent, detect, and analyse the impact of wildfires, to reduce CO₂ emissions. Currently, Pantera monitors over 17.5 million hectares, including tiger reserves in India and natural areas in Brazil, achieving up to an 85% reduction in burned areas and a 70% cut in operational costs. By combining AI, real-time data analysis and drones, it can detect fires within seconds, enabling rapid and effective responses that minimise wildfire damage. (SDG 13: Climate action)
Recognising technology with purpose
During the event, the CEO of Mobile World Capital Barcelona, Francesc Fajula, remarked that "today, technological progress must consider not only economic criteria but also social and environmental ones." He further noted that "technology is our best ally in building a more sustainable, fair and equitable society."
Meanwhile, the CEO of GSMA Ltd., John Hoffman, stated: "MWCapital Awards are a powerful reminder that technology, when deployed ethically and inclusively, can accelerate progress toward one of the world's most urgent goals. The awards showcase projects that deliver real and measurable impact, from improving health outcomes and urban resilience to fighting climate change. At the GSMA, we are proud to champion innovation that drives digital transformation with purpose, and we look forward to seeing these remarkable initiatives take the global stage at MWC26 Barcelona."
In the same vein, the Director General of Red.es, Jesús Herrero, added: "These awards represent a magnificent opportunity to showcase the best international projects where new technologies are being applied to achieve a more sustainable, equitable, and inclusive world. Climate change and the technological revolution require governments, businesses, and citizens alike to take action towards a green and digital transition".
Additionally, the Interim Executive Director of B Lab Spain, Lucas Hunter, highlighted: "At B Lab Spain, we welcome initiatives like the MWCapital Awards that shine a spotlight on the real, measurable impact of technological innovation. These projects show that it is possible to combine technical excellence with business models that prioritise people and the planet. Recognising this kind of leadership and promoting strategic frameworks such as the B Corp standards is key to accelerating the transition towards an economic model capable of addressing today's challenges".
With the MWCapital Awards, Mobile World Capital Barcelona reaffirms its commitment to technology as a driver of economic and social transformation. These awards, aligned with the United Nations' 2030 Agenda, recognise tech solutions with the greatest potential to contribute to the world's biggest challenges.
In its first edition, the MWCapital Awards recognised the most innovative technology projects internationally, not only for their technical excellence but also for their ambition to inspire a new generation of entrepreneurs and innovators committed to improving lives and the planet.
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