Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert green leaders will determine the winners of the Green Awards UK.
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
2025 Judging Panel
Supriya Foster (Judging Coordinator)
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
Martin Baxter
Deputy CEO, Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (formerly IEMA)
Martin Baxter is Deputy CEO at the Institute Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (formerly IEMA). He works in the UK and internationally to accelerate the transition to a sustainable future and support people in the development of sustainability skills and green careers. VIEW MORE
Ben Caldecott
Director, University of Oxford Smith
Dr Ben Caldecott is the founding Director of the Oxford Sustainable Finance Group at the University of Oxford Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment. At the University of Oxford, he is the inaugural Lombard Odier Associate Professor of Sustainable Finance, the first ever endowed professorship of sustainable finance, and a Supernumerary Fellow at Oriel College, Oxford. VIEW MORE
Ghinwa Chammas
Global Director of Group Sustainability, BSI
Ghinwa Chammas is a senior global sustainability leader with 25 years’ experience shaping impactful strategies, driving transformation, and championing purpose-led leadership across complex international organisations. VIEW MORE
Tessa Clarke
Co-founder & CEO, Olio
Tessa Clarke is the co-founder and CEO of Olio, the world’s only neighbour-to-neighbour food-sharing app. Olio has grown into a global movement with 8 million users, redistributing over 100 million meals and 14 million household items. She is also a Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman of the Year and Sifted columnist. VIEW MORE
Adam Donnan
CEO, Institution of Environmental Sciences
Adam Donnan has been CEO of the Institution of Environmental Sciences since 2013. He has served as Chair of the Science Council and has held numerous non-executive roles in the science and environment sectors. VIEW MORE
Laurence Kemball-Cook
Founder and CEO, Pavegen
Laurence Kemball-Cook is the Founder and CEO of Pavegen, a clean-tech company that converts footsteps into renewable energy. A TED speaker and innovation leader, his technology has been deployed in 37+ countries for brands like Google, Coca-Cola, and Siemens, redefining urban spaces through sustainable, people-powered innovation. VIEW MORE
Lenny Koh
Director, Centre for Energy, Environment and Sustainability (CEES), Sheffield University Management School
Professor Lenny Koh is a world-leading expert in sustainable supply chains and resource efficiency. She is Chair in Operations Management at the University of Sheffield, Director of AREC and CEES, and a global thought leader in low-carbon innovation. Her pioneering research delivers impact across academia, industry, and government. VIEW MORE
Barry James Mc Carron
Managing Director, KORE Retrofit
Dr. Barry McCarron is Managing Director of KORE Retrofit, a leader in sustainable retrofit solutions. A Visiting Professor at Ulster University and former Chair of the Passive House Association of Ireland, he is a recognized voice in climate action, with global research, policy, and technical contributions to low-carbon building innovation. VIEW MORE
Joaska Mischke
Head of ESG and Sustainability Strategy, Simply Sustainable
Joaska specialises in sustainability strategies and business transformations, that drive meaningful change across industries, with a focus on strategic integration and long-term impact. VIEW MORE
Amit Patel
Senior Environmental Manager, Winvic
Amit Patel, Senior Environmental Manager at Winvic Construction, brings over a decade of experience in the environmental field to the judging panel. Having held senior positions at various construction industry organisations, his wealth of knowledge and expertise will be invaluable. VIEW MORE
Aditi Saxena
Associate & Sustainability Lead, Bond Bryan
Aditi is an Associate and Sustainability Lead at Bond Bryan - a practice of over 180 people, including architects, technologists, landscape architects, masterplanners, interior designers, and strategic specialists. A trained architect, she brings over 15 years’ experience across diverse sectors. VIEW MORE
Santiago Seage
CEO, Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure
Santiago is the CEO of Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure, an international renewable energy IPP that operates assets in over 10 countries in Western Europe and the Americas VIEW MORE
Nina Whitby
Digital Director, Greenhouse Communications
Nina Whitby is a seasoned Digital Director with over 20 years’ experience delivering impactful, purpose-driven communications. A leader in environmental marketing, she turns complex ideas into compelling digital strategies that inspire action. Nina has led award-winning work for clients including Google, EIT Food, and the NHS. VIEW MORE