Firms shortlisted for Scottish environmental awards

Some of Scotland's most eco-friendly businesses have been shortlisted for top environmental awards.

The Vision in Business for the Environment of Scotland (VIBES) Awards 2010 aim to recognise businesses of all sizes and sectors who are employing sustainable working practices whilst also making significant financial savings.

Twenty-five companies have been shortlisted for the awards - which are now in their eleventh year - and have received site visits from the awards' judges over the past three months.

Awards will be presented for Best Management to small (less than 50 employees), medium (between 50 and 250 employees) and large (more than 250 employees) companies.

Other categories include Best Service, Best Micro Company, Best Product, Best Process and the Special Award for Energy Efficiency, supported by the Scottish Government.

Alan Farquhar, VIBES chair said, "Now in their eleventh year, the VIBES Awards continue to attract high calibre entries from across the country. The competition increases every year and the shortlisted companies should be proud to have reached this stage in the competition.

"The shortlisted companies have shown great commitment to their environmental initiatives and are making financial savings through reduced resource use," he added.

The winners will be announced on 1 December at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow. VIBES winners are then eligible to enter the European Business Awards for the Environment.

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