The 2021 Unlock Net Zero Climate Champions’ Powerlist
Our Unlock Net Zero Climate Champions’ Powerlist has identified those individuals who are making and driving real positive change in the practical transition to a low carbon future.
We are delighted to share with you our ten Climate Champions for 2021. Each was chosen by a judging panel from an impressive list of submissions. Enclosed are the recognised individuals together with comments from the judges on why they were selected.
Congratulations to:
Ron Beattie
“The judges recognised the long term personal passion of Ron to achieve the highest standards possible and not water them down. This is what is needed across the sector.”
Chris Brown
“Chris is forward thinking and demonstrates excellent understanding of the financial constraints in achieving net zero with pathways to overcome and deliver real solutions.”
Billy Cliffen
“Billy is clearly one of the most experienced and knowledgeable in the sector and has not shied away from tackling challenging issues like heat networks.”
Julie Godefroy
Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE)
“Julie has clearly worked closely in line with the development of standards and policy which has had a positive impact. She demonstrates notable commitment to the built environment and sustainability.”
Samantha Granger
“A strong regional champion who is taking a comprehensive and collaborative approach to NZC as well as driving innovation within Thirteen Group.”
Emma Harvey
“Emma plays a key role bridging the different stakeholder agendas. Her work has been and will continue to be important and impactful in the drive towards net zero.”
Jeanette Hodges
“Addressing carbon in homes is of the utmost importance - great to see this being implemented with excellent strategic management.”
Arthur Kay
“Arthur has created a fantastic solution both in terms of the housing crises and increasing housing provision as well as delivering low carbon homes.”
David March
“David has undertaken ambitious research to help inform Orbit’s environmental strategy. He demonstrates key understanding in achieving NZ through resident engagement and learning.”
Rachael Mills
SE2 and Chirpy Heat
“Rachael’s work with heat networks is extensive and will have a great impact on the journey to net zero.”
Our judges
Thank you to our esteemed panel of judges who spared their time to judge all the entries received.
Nicholas Doyle, ADECOE
Chris Jones, Aico HomeLINK
Kieran Colgan, ARK Consultancy Ltd
John Milner, Baily Garner
Luke Hurd, CHIC
Rose Bean, Greener Futures Partnerships (Abri)
Anna Williamson, H+H
Paul Dawson, LHC
Russell Smith, Parity Projects
David Cowans, Places for People
Tim Carey, Willmott Dixon (Collida)
Daniel Burton, Wondrwall
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