MANILA, Apr 10, 2026 - (ACN Newswire) - International ESG expert and sustainability strategist Matthias Gelber, widely known as “The Greenman” has been honored with the FAMAS Prestige Excellence Award in Global Environmental Sustainability. The award was presented at the 2nd FAMAS Prestige Awards held at The Manila Hotel on March 30, 2026.
The accolade recognizes Gelber’s career-long leadership in advancing environmental responsibility and climate action. The selection committee specifically highlighted his ability to bridge ESG principles with measurable business outcomes, demonstrating that sustainability can drive significant cost savings, productivity gains, and long-term value.
Beyond his consultancy work, Gelber has made a global impact through Maleki GmbH, a German low-carbon green building materials company he co-founded. The company’s innovations have already helped reduce carbon emissions by hundreds of thousands of tons and he supported the planting of over 100,000 trees across the Philippines, Malaysia, Germany, and South America.
Gelber’s commitment to the "human" side of sustainability is further reflected in his role as Co-Founder of IndoorCare. The ESG-driven platform focuses on indoor environmental quality and employee wellness, helping organizations translate green initiatives into better human and financial performance. Additionally, he serves as an International Ambassador for Dorod Group Berhad, where he supports innovation in urban food systems and climate-resilient infrastructure.
With a speaking portfolio spanning over 40 countries, Gelber is recognized for helping organizations navigate complex frameworks such as IFRS S1 and S2, net-zero roadmaps, and ROI-driven ESG implementation.
Building on this momentum, Gelber will deliver the Closing Keynote at the 18th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit and Awards 2026 (globalcsr.pinnaclegroup.global). As a premier regional platform, the summit—themed “AI, Energy & Transition: Resetting ESG in a New Economy” brings together global leaders and innovators to redefine sustainability.
His keynote, titled “The Next Economy: AI, Carbon, Food Security & the Human Spirit,” will highlight how organizations can integrate AI, decarbonization, and sustainable food systems to drive resilience and competitive advantage, all while staying grounded in human-centered leadership.
A recognized thought leader, Gelber is also the author of The GreenMan’s Guide to Green Living and Working, where he provides practical strategies for individuals and organizations to weave sustainability into their daily operations. This latest FAMAS award further solidifies his role as a global leader in advancing ESG adoption and impactful climate solutions worldwide.
About Matthias Gelber
Matthias Gelber is an international ESG expert, speaker, and advisor known as “The GreenMan.” He specializes in turning ESG into measurable ROI, supporting organizations in decarbonization, sustainability strategy, and AI-enabled ESG transformation.
For more information visit greenmanspeaks.com or connect through LinkedIn.
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