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

2026 Judging Panel

Martin Baxter (Judging Coordinator)

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

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

Supriya Foster

Sustainability Officer, South West College

Supriya Foster, PRISM Cluster Manager for Mineral Processes, leads innovative decarbonisation and sustainability initiatives across the cluster. Drawing on a decade of expertise in environmental stewardship, she builds strong, collaborative partnerships to accelerate sustainable transformation. VIEW MORE

Rachel Friend

CEO, Greenhouse Communications

Rachel Friend is CEO of Greenhouse Communications, a full-service agency founded over 20 years ago to harness the power of communications for positive social and environmental change. Drawing on decades of expertise, she leads work that accelerates critical tipping points across key sectors and transitions. VIEW MORE

Lily Heinemann

Chief Sustainability Officer, Bodycote plc

Lily Heinemann is Chief Sustainability Officer and an Executive Committee member at Bodycote. She leads the company’s global sustainability strategy, governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement. With 20 years’ experience, Lily focuses on embedding sustainability into business operations, creating customer value and supporting long-term growth through decarbonisation and resource efficiency. VIEW MORE

Sarah Laidler

Global Practice Area Lead - Agriculture, Carbon Trust

Sarah is a Global Practice Area Lead for Agriculture for the Carbon Trust. Her specialism lies within credible transition plans and strategic mitigation and adaptation work in the agricultural sector. VIEW MORE

Sarah Mukherjee

CEO, ISEP

Sarah Mukherjee is the CEO of the Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals. (ISEP). Sarah was the BBC’s Environment correspondent, presenting on national and international BBC radio and television. Sarah has held leadership roles in utilities and agriculture. Sarah is a Non-executive Director on the Board of the Environment Agency. 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