Judging Panel

An independent panel of recognised and expert sustainability leaders will determine the winners of the Green Awards.

We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the sustainability industry.

Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.

This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com

2026 Judging Panel

Padraig Ryan (Judging Coordinator)

Managing Director, Navitise Consulting

Padraig is the Managing Director of Navitise Consulting. Navitise delivers a range of tailored innovative solutions to their clients' needs, combining the rigour and expertise of large consulting firms with the agility and personalised service of a boutique consultancy. VIEW MORE

Jan Peter Bergkvist

Sustainability advisor and owner, SleepWell AB

Jan Peter "JP" Bergkvist, sustainability professional, inspiring speaker, writer & senior advisor at SleepWell AB, has been active in the field of Sustainable Business at an executive level in the hospitality industry since the early nineties. VIEW MORE

Tasman Crowe

Vice President for Sustainability, University College Dublin

Professor Tasman Crowe is Vice President for Sustainability at University College Dublin and a former director of the UCD Earth Institute. He is chair of Ireland’s National Biodiversity Forum and a member of government-appointed advisory bodies on nature restoration and Marine Protected Areas. VIEW MORE

John Cunniffe

Director, G4S FM Ireland

A Director of G4S FM Ireland, John Cunniffe champions environmental sustainability. He has pioneered initiatives that reduce energy consumption and diverted of waste from landfills. His leadership is setting a new standard for sustainable facility management, driving G4S environmental excellence. VIEW MORE

Donal Daly

CEO, Future Planet

Donal is a serial entrepreneur. Currently he is CEO of Future Planet, a sustainability software company, his sixth company. Donal has written five Amazon #1 bestsellers including “The Customer is the Planet”. He is an engineering graduate of UCC where he is now Adjunct Professor. He is a human-right VIEW MORE

Karen Deignan

Co-Founder, SustainabilityWorks

Karen is a Co-Founder of SustainabilityWorks, an award-winning, independent sustainability consultancy. She has over 20 years’ experience advising large corporates and SMEs across Ireland, the UK, and Europe on sustainability strategy, communications and reporting. VIEW MORE

David Feighery

Chartered Engineer, Cundall

David is a Chartered Engineer with over 24 years of experience in Building Services and Sustainability Consultancy, with a particular focus on promoting energy conservation and sustainable designs within the built environment industry. VIEW MORE

Supriya Foster

Sustainability Officer, South West College

Supriya Foster, Sustainability Officer at the world's first Passive House Premium educational facility, spearheads transformative sustainability projects. With a decade's expertise in environmental stewardship, she forges impactful partnerships to drive positive change in the educational sector. VIEW MORE

Nicholas Holden

Director, R&D, Proveye Ltd

Nick is the academic director of the Food & Agriculture Sustainable Technology Innovation Programme (FAST-IP) and co-founder of Proveye Ltd. His research focuses on the impact and sustainability of agriculture, food, and the bioeconomy using tools such as life cycle assessment and remote sensing. VIEW MORE

Kathleen O'Regan

Senior Executive, Sustainability Solutions Department,, Enterprise Ireland

Kathleen works in the Sustainability Solutions Department of Enterprise Ireland helping companies implement sustainability best practice through a range of financial and non-financial supports including advisory, training, and capital grants and sustainable enterprise webinars and workshops. VIEW MORE

Ian Phillips

Director, Anua Clean Air International

Ian has worked extensively over the past 35 years developing and championing the deployment of Biological solutions for complex air pollution applications. He has focused on developing biological treatment of air emissions utilising recovered materials for a double environment win. VIEW MORE

Susan Rossney

Sustainability Advocacy Manager, Chartered Accountants Ireland

Advocate, author and speaker on sustainability for Chartered Accountants Ireland, a membership body representing over 38000 members across the island of Ireland and overseas. VIEW MORE

Rosie Webb

Head of Decarbonisation, TU Dublin

Rosie Webb is Head of Decarbonisation at Technological University Dublin. Working in climate action, urban design and architecture she develops programmes to enable compact, sustainable urban development and community revitalisation. VIEW MORE

Declan White

CEO, Veolia Ireland

Declan is a chartered engineer with over 30 years experience in operations across a range of industries. He has extensive experience in designing and delivering solutions for environmental challenges - especially in the areas of waster, waste and energy. VIEW MORE

Sian Young

Director of Sustainable Business, Britvic Ireland

Sian Young is the Director of Sustainable Business at Britvic Ireland. VIEW MORE