Arthur Cox LLP take home the Outstanding Achievement in Sustainable Business Impact Award
Arthur Cox LLP has been awarded the Outstanding Achievement in Sustainable Business Impact at Chambers Ireland’s Sustainable Business Impact (SBI) Awards 2024, which took place last night (Wednesday 25 September) in Dublin.
These prestigious Awards have been showcasing best practice in sustainable business development for over twenty years. Arthur Cox LLP, and the winners of the 14 Award categories, highlight the exceptional dedication of businesses across Ireland to embedding sustainability in their company values and taking meaningful action to drive positive change for their workforce, the environment and their local communities.
The SBI Awards are kindly sponsored by BAM Ireland. Commenting after the event, Alasdair Henderson, Executive Director, BAM Ireland said:
“We are proud to sponsor the Sustainable Business Impact Awards once again and extend our congratulations to all the participants and winners, especially Arthur Cox LLP.
It is inspiring to see businesses maintaining their commitment to sustainability, as demonstrated by the impressive submissions this year. The bar continues to rise annually, showcasing remarkable innovation and dedication.
It was a privilege to serve on the judging panel once more, and I would like to commend Chambers Ireland for their continued leadership in this vital initiative. Highlighting excellence in sustainable development and social responsibility is essential to driving the momentum towards a more sustainable and greener future.”
Speaking after Arthur Cox LLP were awarded the overall prize, Ian Talbot, Chief Executive of Chambers Ireland, said:
“Congratulations to Arthur Cox LLP and the winners of each of the individual award categories, whom we recognise for their achievements. By embedding sustainability at the core of their operations, they are not only reducing their environmental footprint but also setting a benchmark for businesses across the country. Their achievements demonstrate true leadership in embracing innovation and responsibility in business practices.
These awards are a testament to the vision, dedication and the collective efforts of the entire organisation. The achievements serve as a clear signal that sustainable business is the way forward. Well done on this remarkable accomplishment.”
The Awards are held in association with the Department of Rural and Community Development, sponsors of the Partnership with a Social Enterprise category.
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The Sustainable Business Impact Awards category winners are:
Award 1: Communication (LIC)
KPMG – KPMG Women in Sport
Award 2: Partnership with Charity (LIC)
Arthur Cox LLP – Providing critical legal support to displaced Ukrainian people
Award 3: Partnership with Charity (MNC)
Boots Ireland – Boots in partnership with the Irish Cancer Society
Award 4: Environment & Biodiversity (LIC)
ABP Ireland – ABP Research & Demonstration Farm
Award 5: Environment & Biodiversity (MNC)
Astellas Kerry Plant – “Changing Tomorrow” – Our Journey to Sustainability
Award 6: Volunteering & Pro Bono Services
Gas Networks Ireland – Gas Networks Ireland Volunteer Initiatives
Award 7: Partnership with a Social Enterprise
John Paul Construction – Refurbishment of Inner City Enterprises’ new Enterprise Hub
Award 8: Community Programme (LIC)
Bord na Mona Recycling – Bord na Mona Recycling Upcycling Competition
Award 9: Community Programme (MNC)
Amgen – The Amgen Biotech Experience at University College Dublin
Award 10: Health & Wellbeing
Three Ireland – Supporting mental wellbeing at Three Ireland
Award 11: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (LIC)
Bank of Ireland – Neuroinclusion Strategy
Award 12: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (MNC)
Boots Ireland – You Belong at Boots
Award 13: Sustainable Impact by a Small Business
Bionua – Bionua’s Sustainable Solutions for a Global Difference
Award 14: Sustainable Impact by a Medium Business
Easydry – Easydry’s 100% Compostable Biodegradable Towels
Award 15: Outstanding Achievement in Sustainable Business Impact
Arthur Cox
*LIC = Large Indigenous Company
*MNC = Multinational Company