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Green Awards 2019 shortlisted companies announced

The Green Awards 2019 shortlist recognises companies who are working towards a greener future for Ireland.

Fri, Feb 8, 2019, 15:55 Updated: Mon, Feb 11, 2019, 09:46
Brought to you by Business River
2018 Green Awards Winners

2018 Green Awards Winners

   
 
 

Since the launch of the Green Awards in 2008, Ireland has come a long way in its efforts to create a greener and more sustainable future. Nonetheless, there is still an incredible amount of work to be done if we are to meet both our greenhouse emission and carbon targets.

That is why it is vitally important to recognise those who are leaders within this area and inspiring change across a multitude of industries. The recently announced shortlist for the Green Awards 2019 highlights an array of organisations who are pushing the envelope, when it comes to securing a greener future for our island. Companies from both the private and public sector are standing out as examples for what can be achieved with a green mindset.

Speaking about the calibre of this year’s nominees, one of this year’s expert panel of judges, Padraig Ryan, associate director of business consulting at Grant Thornton Ireland, said: “Businesses realise that it is no longer sufficient to recycle or use energy efficient light bulbs. Sustainability is becoming a key differentiator for businesses. The 2019 entries have been of a very high standard with some really innovative submissions that demonstrate how Irish businesses are at the forefront of sustainability.”

Long-time sponsor, Energia’s manager of energy services Cormac Mannion spoke to the value of having awards to recognise green companies. “Energia are proud to be a sponsor of the Green Awards since 2012. The event is to the forefront of innovation in best green practice and sustainability In Ireland. This ensures that Energia can celebrate the achievements with companies committed towards a greener future in Irish business,” he said.

At this year’s Green Awards, the judges will preside over 22 categories, with An Post among the nominees. Speaking to the honour, John Smith, head of sustainability and facilities at An Post said: “An Post is delighted to be shortlisted for the prestigious Green Awards. An Post as a previous winner of a Green Award appreciates their value. In winning the Award we developed further traction in our sustainability initiatives and it validated the effort of our staff and business partners”

Reacting to the news of being shortlisted for the Green Manufacturer Award, Intel Ireland’s external relations manager Lisa Harlow said: “Intel is very proud to be shortlisted for the Green award again in 2019. We are committed to promoting sustainable practices and we continually strive to improve our performance.  Being shortlisted confirms that the efforts of our staff are being positively benchmarked against the best practices of leading companies operating in Ireland.”

Sponsor of the Green Awards 2019, Naturgy, spoke to the importance of reducing Ireland’s carbon footprint. Barry Murphy, their commercial director, said: “Naturgy are proud to be supporting the Green Awards 2019. Naturgy prides itself on its unrivalled expertise of the energy marketplace assisting our business customers with reducing energy consumption, cost and carbon emissions. We feel it is important to acknowledge the achievements of organisations in the area of sustainability as we all move towards a low carbon future.”

The Green Awards 2019 is run by Business River. The full shortlist is available below and to read about other Business River events visit their news hub.

Green Business of the Year

Sponsored by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment

The winner of this award will be announced on the awards night.

Green Leader 2019

The recipient of this award will be announced on the awards night.

Green Large Organisation of the Year

Sponsored by Energia

  • AbbVie Ireland
  • Astellas Renewal Kerry – Astellas Ireland
  • BioMarin International Shanbally
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Cruiserath Biologics
  • Brown Thomas
  • Dairygold Co-Operative Society
  • Dawn Meats
  • University College Cork

Green Medium Sized Organisation of the Year

  • BrookLodge & Macreddin Village, County Wicklow
  • Glenisk
  • GMC Utilities Group
  • Hotel Doolin
  • McCormack Farms
  • Takeda Ireland Limited, Grange Castle
  • Techrete
  • The Convention Centre Dublin

Green Small Organisation of the Year

  • AnaBio Technologies
  • Burren Ecotourism Network
  • Easydry
  • Hicksons Centra Piltown
  • Irish Green Building Council
  • KORE
  • Poppies Café
  • St. Patrick's Primary School
  • Vagabond Adventure Tours
  • Wholly Cow Burgers

Green Public Sector Organisation of the Year

Sponsored by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment

  • An Garda Síochána
  • An Post
  • Sligo University Hospital
  • St. Patrick's Primary School
  • University College Cork

Green NGO of the Year

Sponsored by the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment

  • Barretstown
  • Conscious Cup Campaign
  • Ennis Tidy Towns
  • St. Patrick's Primary School
  • Tipperary Energy Agency
  • Voice of Irish Concern for the Environment

Sustainability Team of the Year

  • AbbVie
  • ABP
  • An Garda Síochána
  • BioMarin International Shanbally
  • Dawn Meats
  • Greyhound Recycling
  • Hotel Doolin
  • IKEA Ireland
  • Musgrave
  • UCC Library

The Green Construction Award

  • Brook House - Cooney Architects
  • Clonee Data Centre - Mace
  • GMC Utilities Group
  • I-Lofar Education Centre - Cooney Architects
  • Iveagh Garden Hotel
  • Passive Plus Homes
  • Xpert Professional Offices - Cooney Architects

The Green Energy Provider Award

  • Energia
  • Gas Networks Ireland
  • Naturgy
  • SSE Airtricity

The Green Food & Beverage Award

  • ABP
  • Carbery Group
  • Dairygold Co-Operative Society
  • Dawn Meats
  • Glenisk
  • Keeling's
  • Kepak Groups
  • Manor Farm
  • McCormack Farms
  • Meade Potato Company

The Green Manufacturer Award

Sponsored by Naturgy

  • BioMarin International Shanbally
  • Dairygold Co-Operative Society
  • Dawn Meats
  • Diageo Ireland
  • Easydry
  • Intel Ireland
  • Interface
  • McCormack Farms

The Green Pharmaceutical Award

  • AbbVie Ireland
  • Alexion
  • Astellas Renewal Kerry – Astellas Ireland
  • BioMarin International Shanbally
  • Bristol-Myers Squibb Cruiserath Biologics
  • GSK Dungarvan
  • Pfizer Ringaskiddy
  • Takeda Grange Castle

The Green Professional Services Award

  • A&L Goodbody
  • Apleona HSG
  • Environmental Efficiency
  • GMC Utilities Group
  • Irish Green Building Council
  • Mason Hayes & Curran
  • PM Group
  • Romonet
  • Ryans Cleaning

The Green Retailer Award

  • Brown Thomas
  • IKEA Ireland
  • SuperValu
  • Tesco Ireland

The Green Tourism & Entertainment Award

  • Airfield Estate
  • BrookLodge & Macreddin Village, County Wicklow
  • Clare Green Festival Initiative
  • Croke Park
  • Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel
  • Hotel Doolin
  • Iveagh Garden Hotel
  • Poppies Café
  • The Convention Centre Dublin
  • Vagabond Adventure Tours

The Green Transport Award

  • BMW Group Ireland
  • Clean Ireland Recycling
  • Dublin Bus
  • Greyhound Recycling
  • Virginia International Logistics

The Sustainable Energy Achievement Award

  • AbbVie
  • Aldi Stores Ireland
  • Aurivo Cooperative Society
  • Carbery Group
  • Dawn Meats
  • EirGrid
  • Sligo University Hospital
  • Solvent Recovery Equipment Changeover Optimisation - Pfizer Ringaskiddy
  • SuperValu
  • Takeda Grange Castle

The Sustainable Water Achievement Award

  • ABP
  • Bio-Friendly
  • Biogenic Processor – Woodco Renewable Energy
  • Carbery Group
  • Diageo Ireland
  • Dublin Airport
  • Easydry
  • EPS Group
  • Pfizer Ringaskiddy Water Reduction Program
  • Poppies Café

The Excellence in Waste Management Award

  • AES Bord Na Mona
  • Aurivo Cooperative Society
  • Beauparc Utilities
  • BioMarin International Shanbally
  • Citywest Hotel
  • Enva
  • Green Matters Waste Prevention Action Plan - Sligo University Hospital
  • IKEA Ireland
  • Pfizer Ringaskiddy
  • Tesco Ireland

The Green Product Award

  • Biogenic Processor - Woodco Renewable Energy
  • Easydry
  • Eco Natural Paper – BaileyHygiene
  • Energia
  • FALCON Downlight - Verde LED
  • Garmo Retail Display Fridge - Coolrite
  • K1 - Kuma Bikes

The Green Technology Award

  • Biogenic Processor – Woodco Renewable Energy
  • Easydry
  • EirGrid & Electric Ireland
  • FoodCloud
  • Global Polymer Consulting
  • Solvent Recovery Equipment Changeover Optimisation - Pfizer Ringaskiddy

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