BE-ST (Built Environment – Smarter Transformation) marked the Accelerate to Zero Awards with more than 200 stakeholders from across the construction and built-environment sectors.

At a ceremony at voco Grand Central in Glasgow, businesses, individuals and organisations were recognised for their commitment to decarbonising the built environment across 11 award categories.

Hosted by London-based Scottish comedian and environmental economist Dr. Matt Winning, the event followed BE-ST Fest West, a day-long industry summit focused on advancing housing delivery and modern methods of construction while cutting carbon.

-- Advertisement --

Accelerate to Zero Hero Award, sponsored by BE-ST: Winner: Emily Braham, Energiesprong.

The Gamechanger Award, sponsored by Ryden: Winner: Vital Energi.

The Diversity & Inclusion Award, sponsored by Balfour Beatty: Winner: AtkinsRéalis. Highly commended: Anitha Karthik, Edinburgh Napier University.

Collaborative Partnership Award, sponsored by Women in Property: Winner: Transform-ER.

Retrofit Accelerator Award, sponsored by KORE Retrofit: Winner: North Lanarkshire Council.

The BE Changemaker Award, sponsored by AC Whyte: Winner: Molly Armstrong, BakerHicks. Highly commended: Stephen Smith, Glasgow School of Art.

Circular Economy Award, sponsored by Zero Waste Scotland: Winner: Good Green Futures. Highly commended: Rock Solid Processing.

Technology Impact Award, sponsored by Edinburgh Napier University: Winner: TRACE.

Skills Impact Award, sponsored by City of Glasgow College: Winner: Glasgow Chamber of Commerce.

Community Champion Award, sponsored by Vital Energi: Winner: Neil Pearce, Barking & Dagenham Council.

BE-ST Beacon Award: Winner: David Lowe, Borders College; Winner: Charlie Forshaw, Rainmaking.