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Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year: Green-tech is thrilled to announce that it has been shortlisted in the prestigious Pro Landscaper’s Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards in the “Sustainable Product of the Year—Hard Landscaping” category.

The company has been shortlisted for the TreeParker® System, an innovative urban tree planting and water Management Cell System.

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Green-tech Shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

“This recognition highlights Green-tech’s commitment to promoting sustainability in the landscaping sector through innovative products that benefit both the environment and the industry”, Green-tech’s Managing Director Kris Nellist comments.

The awards celebrate the landscaping industry’s most sustainable companies and projects, recognising their contributions to environmental leadership. The 2024 awards received a record number of high-quality entries, making Green-tech’s achievement even more commendable. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony during FutureScape 2024, held at ExCeL London on Tuesday, 15th October.

Green-tech, the UK’s leading supplier to the forestry, landscape, and construction sectors, is known for sourcing, stocking, and delivering products that enhance the landscape environment. Kris, adds, “Over the past five years or so, Green-tech has focused on sourcing products with strong environmental credentials, continually evolving our range to provide sustainable solutions for our customers. This dedication to sustainability and innovation is reflected in the product we have been shortlisted for – The TreeParker® System.”

TreeParker® is a versatile Urban Tree Planting & Water Management Cell System that has been engineered to address the well-documented challenges of urban tree planting, from traffic loading to pavement lifting, while seamlessly integrating essential utilities. Distributed exclusively in the UK by Green-tech, TreeParker® offers a smart combination of Green, Grey, and Blue solutions.

As Green-tech celebrates its 30th anniversary, the company has marked the occasion by raising £30,000 for five charities closely connected to the business. This milestone reaffirms Green-tech’s ongoing dedication to making a positive impact on both the community and the environment.

Business Development Director Mark Wood, summarises, “Green-tech’s commitment to sustainability and innovation in the landscaping sector has been unwavering. By providing cutting-edge solutions like TreeParker®, we endeavour to support landscape architects, designers, and contractors in making environmentally responsible choices and helping to create greener, more sustainable urban spaces. Being shortlisted for this award is positive endorsement of what we are doing as a business.”

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Origin shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Origin shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year: Origin Amenity Solutions (OAS) is proud to announce that the company has been shortlisted in the Pro Landscaper’s Sustainability & Biodiversity Awards, in the “Sustainable Product of the Year – Soft Landscaping” category.

The company has been shortlisted for its Carbon4Grass seed range, an innovative range of grass seeds developed and designed to support the industry’s desire for carbon mitigation in amenity and landscaped areas.

Origin shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

Origin shortlisted for Sustainable Product of the Year

The judges were looking for products that are being used within soft landscaping that give back to the natural environment in an aesthetically pleasing way and help enhance the biodiversity of landscaping projects.

“Our Carbon4Grass range ticks all the boxes and this independent recognition highlights OAS’ commitment to promoting sustainability for all grass seeding applications throughout the amenity sector”, comments Jayne Leyland, Portfolio Director from Origin Amenity Solutions. “Twenty years of research into carbon sequestration has shaped the range, with cultivars that have proven to sequester (lock up) more carbon, specifically chosen to help mitigate the environmental impact of maintaining intensively managed turf without compromising on quality.”

The awards celebrate the landscaping industry’s most sustainable companies and projects, recognising their contributions to environmental leadership. The 2024 awards received many high-quality entries, making OAS’s achievement even more commendable. The winners will be revealed at an awards ceremony during FutureScape 2024, held at ExCeL London on Tuesday, 15th October.

OAS is at the forefront of sustainable landscaping with its innovative Carbon4Grass seed range. Designed to support the carbon-net-zero goals, Carbon4Grass combines superior grass seed technology with environmental stewardship, contributing to carbon mitigation for managed amenity turf. Optimising carbon capture capability makes Carbon4Grass seed mixes invaluable for turf professionals seeking to achieve their sustainability goals without compromising on performance.

Jayne, adds, “OAS is the only grass seed specialist supplier in the UK that can support its grass seed mixes with 20 years of research into Carbon sequestration rates. We are committed to elevating industry standards and supplying products with strong environmental credentials. Being shortlisted recognises OAS’s commitment to innovative and pioneering products that deliver both ecological and performance benefits.”

For further information on OAS please visit www.originamenity.com

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Green-tech Shortlisted for ‘Employer of the Year’

Green-tech Shortlisted for ‘Employer of the Year’: Green-tech, the UK’s leading supplier of landscaping and forestry materials is delighted to announce its selection as a finalist in the prestigious Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2024.

The company has been shortlisted in the esteemed ‘Employer of the Year’ category, recognising its commitment to implementing and encouraging a supportive and balanced workplace environment.

Green-tech Shortlisted for ‘Employer of the Year’

Green-tech Shortlisted for ‘Employer of the Year’

Green-tech is also celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, marking three decades of service to the landscaping industry. Established in October 1994 the company has grown to become a trusted supplier and partner for landscapers, contractors, and architects, offering a comprehensive range of products and solutions to enhance outdoor spaces.

The Pro Landscaper Business Awards celebrate excellence and innovation within the landscaping industry, highlighting companies that demonstrate outstanding achievements and contributions to the field. Being shortlisted for the ‘Employer of the Year’ category is a testament to Green-tech’s dedication to nurturing talent, promoting professional development, and prioritising employee well-being.

“We are honoured to be recognised as a finalist in the Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2024,” said Kris Nellist, Managing Director of Green-tech. “This achievement, especially in our 30th anniversary year, reflects our ongoing commitment to creating a positive and empowering workplace culture where our employees can thrive and reach their full potential. We are incredibly proud of our team and grateful for their hard work and dedication.”

The winners of the Pro Landscaper Business Awards 2024 will be announced at an awards ceremony on Friday, 19th April 2024, at the prestigious Old Billingsgate in London. The event promises to bring together industry leaders, innovators, and influencers to celebrate and network with peers.

“We are eagerly anticipating the awards ceremony and looking forward to celebrating the achievements of our fellow finalists,” added Kris. “This recognition reinforces our resolve to continue leading the standard for excellence in the landscaping industry and to drive positive change within our organisation and beyond.”

For more information about Green-tech visit www.green-tech.co.uk or speak to the Green-tech team on 01423 332100.

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Greenkeeper Shortlisted For Golf Environmental Award

Greenkeeper Shortlisted For Golf Environmental Award: One of the greenkeepers at Cumberwell Park Golf Club outside Bradford on Avon has been shortlisted for a top golf environment award.

Jon Keepen, Head of Conservation and First Assistant at Cumberwell Park, has been shortlisted for the STRI Golf Environment Award for ‘Conservation Greenkeeper of the Year’, organised by the Sports Turf Research Institute based in Bingley, West Yorkshire.

Greenkeeper Shortlisted For Golf Environmental Award

The STRI Golf Environment Awards recognise, reward and promote outstanding individuals and golf courses, no matter how big or small, for the time and effort they have put into protecting and preserving their unique surroundings.

A spokesperson said: “Golf courses around the world are seeing tangible results from introducing environmentally sustainable management projects across their golf courses.

“These projects are achieving an increase in habitat varieties, improving playing experiences for golfers and providing a positive contribution to wildlife!

“With the ever-increasing spotlight on environmental matters, it is fundamentally important for golf courses worldwide to assess what they can do to achieve environmental sustainability protect while continuing to maximise the enjoyment of golf.”

Matthew James, the Cumberwell Park Course Manager, said: “This is fantastic news for Jon and the club as it recognises all his efforts towards our conservation work at Cumberwell Park.”

The pair will attend the STRI Golf Environment Awards dinner at the Bigga Turf Management Exhibition in Harrogate from January 21-24 to find out which of the three finalists will win.

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