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




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