BANGALORE, INDIA: Telecom major British Telecommunications plc (BT) has been named winner of the 'Green Award' at this year's World Communication Awards (WCA) in London.

The 'Green Award' is a new addition to the high profile prizes awarded by the WCA, and aims to reward companies making significant progress in tackling corporate social and environmental responsibility issues, said a press release.

The World Communication Awards are now in their tenth year and are widely recognized as the leading global industry event of its kind.

The scheme, which this year celebrated a 'Decade of Excellence', recognizes personal and corporate success within the industry and rewards companies and individuals responsible for the innovations, achievements and great new services that are helping to build tomorrow's industry.  

In addition to winning the 'Green Award' BT was highly commended for both 'Best Global Operator' and 'Best Wholesale Carrier', and was a finalist for 'Best Customer Care', the release added.

Caroline Sheridan Director, Corporate Responsibility, BT Group said: "Responsible behavior and sustainable development matter to BT and we are proud that our achievements in this area have been recognized with the WCA Green Award."