Aberdeen Performing Arts has been shortlisted for an award which celebrates companies at the forefront of environmental change in Scotland.
The prestigious VIBES - Scottish Environment Business Awards focus on inspiring companies to play their part in meeting Scotland’s ambition to be a world leader on tackling climate change, and this year marks the 20th anniversary of the awards.
Aberdeen Performing Arts is a finalist in the Engaging Scotland category.
Aberdeen Performing Arts head of business Transformation, Leon Gray, said: “We are passionate about our stance as a socially responsible, environmentally sustainable creative organisation committed to protecting people and the planet, so we are extremely proud to be shortlisted for a VIBES award among so many other like-minded companies.
“We are passionate advocates for climate change in our sector, and continue to work hard to influence and address environmental issues.”
Bob Downes, chair of SEPA and head of the VIBES judging panel, said: “The scale of environmental
challenges facing humanity is enormous, with a real urgency to act. The successful businesses of
tomorrow will be those who embrace the economic opportunity of sustainable solutions to environmental challenges.
“VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards, linked to SEPA’s ambitious ‘One Planet Prosperity’ strategy, recognise Scotland’s leading businesses who show a real commitment to sustainable goods, products and services through leadership, innovation and ambition.
“I would like to congratulate all the finalists who have been recognised by the VIBES Awards and I look forward to announcing the winners in due course.”
Environment Secretary, Roseanna Cunningham, said: “My congratulations go to the businesses who have been shortlisted for this year’s VIBES awards. We are all aware of the urgent environmental issues affecting our planet and business has a vital role to play in Scotland’s continuing journey to a netâ€zero society.
“It is important that we recognise those who are leading on action to develop sustainable solutions
and environmental practices while seizing the economic benefits of embracing a vibrant and
innovation circular economy.”
The winners will be announced at a ceremony on November 14 at the Doubletree by Hilton hotel in Glasgow.
