Bandvulc Wins Carbon Reduction Category at 2009 Environmental Business Awards

Bandvulc won the Carbon Reduction category at the recent DEBI 2009 Environmental Awards. Held on 26 November, the awards ceremony took place at the Met Office, Exeter and were presented by Paul Gompertz of Devon Wildlife.

Previously overall DEBI Awards winner in 2006, Bandvulc has built on its early success and has put carbon reduction at the forefront of its strategy. This has been achieved with an enthusiasm and determination that is apparent throughout all areas of the business. The 2009 Carbon Reduction award recognises Banvulc’s: Good environmental practices; Encouraging wider interest in the adoption of best environmental practice; Promoting the development of novel solutions to environmental problems.

Andy Vickery, chairman of DEBI said: “In what are still very challenging and difficult times for many of Devon’s businesses, with increased unemployment and the recession affecting many organisations it can be difficult for businesses to keep the environment to the forefront of its businesses agendas, however hearing the stories of those businesses through to this evening’s awards ceremony shows just how important it is. Competition this year was very strong and I would like to pass my congratulations onto all those who entered.”

Patrick O’Connell, managing director for Bandvulc commented: “We are really pleased to receive this recognition; the work we are doing involves everyone within the company and it is good to see these efforts recognised by the wider business community.  We would also like to congratulate the overall winner of the DEBI 2009 Awards – The Woolly Shepherd, Dunkeswell”.