(Posted 11th February 2026)
FortyGuard, a market leader in urban heat intelligence and mitigation, has been recognised with the title of ‘World’s Leading Sustainable Technology Initiative 2025’ by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards.
FortyGuard combats extreme urban heat with a hyperlocal climate intelligence platform that maps surface temperatures at a resolution of 10×10 metres using artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, and satellite data. In cities like Abu Dhabi, it has helped reduce heat exposure by up to 5°C in targeted zones, lowering cooling loads, reducing infrastructure stress, and improving public health outcomes.
The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders in sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai, and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change towards net positive tourism.
Jay Sadiq, Founder & CEO, FortyGuard, said: “At FortyGuard, we see temperature not as a number, but as intelligence – a new dimension of sustainability. This award affirms that vision. It is a recognition of what is possible when technology meets purpose, and a reminder of our duty to keep transforming temperature data into real-world impact – for cities, businesses, and the planet.”
Ingesting 15 million data points daily, FortyGuard partners with smart city developers, research institutions, and municipalities to support urban planning for climate resilience. The platform aligns with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 9, 11, and 13, and integrates with green building standards. Its freemium awareness tools increase community access to heat data, while APIs and dashboards support city-wide integration. By making heat visible, measurable, and actionable, FortyGuard enables governments, planners, and citizens to proactively adapt to rising climate extremes – positioning the platform as a powerful enabler of sustainable and resilient urban tourism infrastructure.
The awards programme is run in partnership with the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, whose partners and members represent over 66,000 hotels, eight million rooms globally, 300 brands, and over 100 supply chain and strategic partners.
Glenn Mandziuk, President & Chief Executive Officer, World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, said: “We extend our congratulations to FortyGuard on being honoured. This achievement reflects an outstanding commitment to innovation, collaboration, and leadership in sustainable hospitality. At the World Sustainable Hospitality Alliance, we are proud to recognise organisations that are not only redefining excellence in guest experience but also demonstrating that responsible business practices and sustainability are essential to the future of our industry – a Net Positive Hospitality future.”
Justin Cooke, Executive Vice-President, World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, concluded: “Our organisation is dedicated to celebrating the individuals and companies setting new standards in protecting our planet for future generations – and FortyGuard is a truly deserving winner. It’s a privilege to recognise the organisation’s achievements at our second annual Gala Ceremony, and I wish the team continued success in the years ahead.”
Find out more about FortyGuard and the other organisations redefining responsible travel in the Sustainability Special Issue of Best in Travel.
