Judging Panel
An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, will determine the winners of the Business Energy Achievement Awards.
We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the business energy industry.
Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.
This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com
2025 Judging Panel
Brian Norton (Judging Coordinator)
Emeritus Professor, Tyndall National Institute, University College Cork and Technological University Dublin
Professor Brian Norton PhD DSc DUniv(h.c.) FIAE MRIA is Emeritus Professor of Solar Energy Applications at TU Dublin, President of the European Sustainable Energy Innovation Alliance and Vice-President of the European Academies Science Advisory Council. He is a former President of DIT. VIEW MORE
Michael Conlon
Professor, Technological University Dublin
Prof. Michael Conlon is the Head of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Technological University Dublin, Ireland. He teaches and researches in the areas of electrical power engineering and renewable energy. VIEW MORE
Xavier Dubuisson
CEO, RetroKit Ltd
Xavier, CEO of RetroKit, has 30 years of engineering expertise in sustainable energy across Ireland and Europe. RetroKit's mission is to support the scaling up of energy retrofit in housing. VIEW MORE
Lorna Fitzsimons
Assistant Professor, DCU
Dr Lorna Fitzsimons is an Assistant Professor in the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering, DCU. She led the development and implementation of the Mechanical and Sustainability Engineering programme. Research and teaching expertise includes thermodynamics, energy water management. VIEW MORE
Ciaron King
CEO, Digren Energy
Ciaron is one of the founders of Digren Energy back in 2012. He is an advocate of sustainability, an experienced scuba diver with a strong interest in marine conservation and harnessing renewal energy from our marine environment in a responsible and sustainable manner. VIEW MORE
Aideen O'Hora
Co-Founder, SustainabilityWorks
Aideen is Co-Founder of Sustainability Works, and a recognised sustainability thought leader with over 30 years’ experience across Ireland’s public, private, and community sectors. She has led the design and delivery of pioneering climate and energy initiatives, including SEAI’s Sustainable Energy C VIEW MORE
Ronan Power
CEO, Solar Ireland
Ronan Power is a recognised energy leader with over two decades’ experience driving sustainable infrastructure and policy. As CEO of Solar Ireland, Ronan brings deep expertise in energy regulation, stakeholder engagement, and market development. VIEW MORE
Katherine Valery
Senior Sustainability Eng, Jacobs Eng
Senior Sustainability Eng. with a proven track record of more than 15 years in the Oil & Gas industry internationally followed by 5 years of experience in Engineering Consulting, Construction, and Pharmaceutical. VIEW MORE
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