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

2027 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

Daragh Anglim (Judging Coordinator)

Broadlake, Broadlake

Head of Impact | Helping our Broadlake companies on their 3X10X journey to H.A.V.E. positive impact | B Corp Certified | Committed to creating stakeholder value | Better Business | Reimagining capitalism VIEW MORE

John Barry

Professor of Green Political Economy and Director of the Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action, Queen's University Belfast

John Barry is a father, a political activist, recovering politician, trades unionist, the world’s only Professor of Green Political Economy, and Director of the Centre for Sustainability, Equality and Climate Action at Queens University Belfast. 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

Patricia Kane

reuzi Founder and CEO, Founder, reuzi & Chief Sustainability Officer, Pragmatica

A passionate sustainability advocate and business strategist, Founder & CEO of reuzi.ie, and Partner & CSO at Pragmatica. She empowers individuals and organisations to drive positive environmental change through education, collaboration, and media engagement, inspiring meaningful collective impact. 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