Northumberland sweep board at Energy Efficiency Awards

Northumberland County Council, based at Morpeth, won the Vulnerable Customer of the Year and the Council of the Year awards.

Thrift Energy won the Insulation and Fabric Installer of the Year award and David Murray, of the Energy Experts, won the Business Development Manager/Director of the Year award. Both are Gateshead based.

And Bernicia Homes, of Ashington, won the Housing Association/Landlord of the Year award.

There were 13 categories up for grabs at the awards ceremony at the Ramside Hall Hotel, Durham, on June 5th, attended by individuals and companies throughout the North East of England area that are involved in the energy efficiency industry.

Energy Efficiency Awards chairman Gary Braybrooke said: “The winners are leaders in energy efficiency in the UK and these awards, now in their 11th year, are testament to their innovation, expertise and dedication to a greener future for us all. They are at the heart of transforming the way that energy is used, making a real difference to businesses and households throughout the country. The success stories we’ve seen tonight highlight the power of collaboration between businesses, policymakers, and communities. These achievements showcase how partnerships and forward-thinking approaches can lead to meaningful and measurable change.”

Event organiser Kenneth Campbell said: “These awards recognise the organisations and individuals driving real progress towards a more sustainable future. Each of our awards recipients has set new benchmarks for what is possible in reducing energy consumption, cutting carbon emissions, and making a lasting impact on businesses, communities, and the environment. We hope that these awards not only celebrate past and present achievements, but also inspire others to push the boundaries of energy efficiency in the future.”

Further information on the awards is available at www.energyefficiencyawards.co.uk