Sunday, December 8, 2024

Sheffield social enterprise named ‘Winner of Winners’ by the BCC

Sheffield-based social enterprise Green Estate Community Interest Company has been named ‘Winner of Winners’ at the British Chambers of Commerce Business Awards 2024.

The  company creates sustainable and resilient urban spaces across the UK to support nature and people. The company was founded in 2003 as a heritage and environmental regeneration project in the Manor area of Sheffield.

The Green Estate team has become nationally acclaimed experts in nature-based solutions and sustainable urban landscaping. Last year, it became one of the first 15 organisations to be given the prestigious King’s Enterprise Award for Sustainable Development.

Green Estate’s success was announced at the annual Chamber Business Awards event at the London Stock Exchange. More than 100 businesses from across the UK were nominated by Chambers across five categories. Green Estate also scooped the Green Innovation award earlier this summer.

Roz Davies, Chief Executive of The Green Estate CIC said: “We’re thrilled to receive this top award which recognises the hard work, optimism and passion of our team.

“Whether it’s in our home city of Sheffield or across the UK, we’re committed to transforming urban spaces so that both people and nature can thrive.

“Being members of our local chamber really does help us connect and grow in our own backyard of South Yorkshire. Driving forward green innovation is more vital than it has ever been – and with a shared vision we can help make a real difference in communities across the country.

Tracy Viner, Executive Manager (Policy and Public Impact) at Sheffield Chamber of Commerce said: “We’ve seen first-hand the incredible work Roz and her team have done in Sheffield and beyond. Their story, and their values, are truly inspiring.

“It’s wonderful to see such a brilliant community-focused business thriving here in South Yorkshire. We know that their success story will help inspire more companies in our chamber network in the years to come.”

Shevaun Haviland, Director General of the BCC said: “The Green Estate are worthy overall winners of this year’s Chamber Business Awards. With sustainability at the heart of everything they do, they are a shining example of how green innovation can transform local communities.”

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