The Business and Finance ESG Awards honor organisations taking a leading role in tackling environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues.

With diverse categories, the Awards celebrate successful ESG initiatives, spotlight best practices, and champion transparency – all essential for a sustainable future.

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ESG Grand Prix Award

Xerotech Battery Systems

The ESG Grand Prix award, in association with Grant Thornton, was proudly presented by Amanda Ward, partner at Grant Thornton Ireland.

The winner was Xerotech Battery Systems, collecting its second award of the afternoon.

The Grand Prix Award is a special commendation for outstanding excellence. This prestigious award goes to the company, project or initiative that received the highest average mark from the esteemed judging panel.

xerotech battery systems accepting award from amanda ward

Amanda Ward comments on the 2024 Business and Finance Awards winners

The European Environment Agency's most recent climate risk assessment highlights the major challenges we face as a society as a result of climate change.

Today’s winners embody the leadership and innovation required in order to deliver a better, greener tomorrow alongside a just transition.

These champions of sustainability, led by Xerotech Battery Systems, highlight how the challenges we currently face can also be seen as an opportunity and will serve as an inspiration for others to follow in their footsteps.

amanda ward, advisory partner in Grant Thornton Ireland

Amanda Ward
Grant Thornton Ireland Partner & Head of Consulting

2024 Business and Finance ESG Award Winners

Congratulations to all the companies that showcased their initiative set to create a more sustainable and inclusive business in their organisation and communities. See the full list of winners below.

Grand Prix Award
Xerotech Battery Systems

ESG Company Award (Enterprise)
daa Group

ESG Company Award (SME)
CoolPlanet

Biodiversity Leadership in Business Award
Wildacres

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion Initiative
PTSB

Social Impact Award (Enterprise)
Vodafone

Social Impact Award (SME)
Speedpak Group

Net Zero Carbon Award
Sodexo Ireland

Energy Efficiency Initiative Award
TCS

ESG Finance Award
Strikepay

ESG Investment Award
Amundi

Governance Best Practice Award
Coolmine Therapeutic Community

ESG Team Award
Coillte

Future ESG Leader Award
Kate Kerrane, H&MV Engineering

ESG Innovation Award
Xerotech Battery Systems

Sustainable Procurement Award
An Post

ESG Consultancy Award
Sustainability Works

Green Logistics Excellence Award
DPD

Employee Well-Being Award
Core

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