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The SOStainables

The event dedicated to emerging talents in the world of sustainable innovation

26 MAY 2026 • Milan, Green Media Lab HQ (Via Tertulliano 68/70)

THEY TALKED ABOUT US

Young. Innovative. Responsible.

Where creativity takes the stage.

The third edition of The SOStainables has come to an end, the contest promoted and organized by Green Media Lab aimed at young people between 18 and 30 years old. The goal was to enhance, amplify and offer visibility to high-potential ideas and projects capable of driving change towards a more sustainable future. The protagonists of this edition were projects, startups, videos and artistic content linked to environmental and social protection.

The Format and the final evening

01An ecosystem for the future

More than a simple competition, The SOStainables represented a true ecosystem that gave voice to the energies of new generations.

02The story on stage

The final evening was held in Milan at the Green Media Lab headquarters and was hosted by actress and sustainability advocate Anna Favella, who accompanied the young innovators on stage in a dynamic and light-hearted narrative.

03The finalists’ challenge

8 finalist projects were selected from all participants, who had the opportunity to present their vision to an exceptional jury and an audience of institutions, companies and top managers.

The eligible formats

Social project
StartUp

Podcast
Video
Artistic content

Social project
StartUp
Podcast
Video
Artistic content

Under the eyes of the experts

The finalist projects were evaluated by a panel of professionals and talents that combines science, art, fashion and sustainability culture:

Elisa Toffoli

Giovanni Storti

Stefano Mancuso

Elisa Pervinca Bellini

Bruno Bozzetto

The presentation

The final evening was hosted by Anna Favella

The event and the story on stage were moderated by actress and sustainability advocate Anna Favella. With her energy she accompanied the finalists and the jury throughout the evening, giving rhythm and voice to the ideas of young innovators.