Humber renewables winners

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The businesses really making things happen in renewables Shining a light on those keeping the Humber at forefront of growing sector

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rom creating clean energy and jobs to investing millions in novel technology and new innovations, businesses across the Humber region have made huge strides in the renewables sector. This week, some of the organisations that have made the biggest impact over the past 12 months were recognised at The Humber Renewables Awards 2017. Organised by the Hull Daily Mail in partnership with Siemens, the awards shone a light on the entrepreneurs and employees who are helping the Humber cement its position at the forefront of the UK’s renewable sector. The educators and training organisations working to ensure the region has the skills needed to capitalise on new opportunities were also recognised in what has become an annual highlight in the Humber’s renewables calendar. Speaking about the strength and quality of this year’s entrants, the

By Catherine Lea Business Reporter c.lea@hulldailymail.co.uk

judges said: “It is very clear there are a lot of people who are dedicated to the region and renewables and there seems to be a real sense of excitement in being part of this area and its renewables strategy. “There is a lot of innovation and a lot of really good investment going on, not only in business but in people, which means a lot of training and upskilling. “Many are taking some risks to get where they are and showing commitment to the area. “Things are now happening –in the early days it was all aspirational but now people are involved in renewables projects and are investing. “It was, for many companies aspirational and new, making new investment and testing the market. “What we are seeing now is companies winning business, locally

ANNUAL OCCASION: Emma Jesson hosting the Humber Renewables Awards at The Deep. Pictures: Kate Woolhouse

DEDICATION: Tim Rix was presented with the Humber Renewables Champion Award.

and internationally. “There is obviously a lot of expertise here and it is good to see a Humber-wide effort going on.” TRG Wind was crowned winner of the Humber Renewables Small Business of the Year (fewer than 50 employees) Award, sponsored by Cobus Communications in recognition of its “phenomenal growth” since being formed in 2014. The company now employs almost 40 staff, with turnover this financial year predicted to grow by 150 per cent. HRS Energy, CF Struthers, GB Bio and Solar 21 were presented with the Best Renewables Project/ Installation Award, sponsored by PureSpeed. These were the organisations behind the 21MW biomass plant in Tansterne – a cutting edge facility that was designed and constructed

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in Hull, securing more than 100 highly skilled jobs. The Excellence in Renewables Skills and Training Award, sponsored by RSM, went to Pathway to Employment (Green port Hull), a programme that supports the long-term unemployed in getting the skills and experience they need to access jobs in manufacturing, engineering and renewables. Greenpower Education Trust was handed the Renewables Education Award, sponsored by Hull College Group, for its work to help immerse young learners in sustainable engineering and technology. Northern Divers, the company whose redesigned clamp system has reduced costs and made installation of clamps safer at the Humber Gateway wind farm, won the

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