The CREST Business Awards programme, Surrey’s only green business awards, has announced its closure after supporting sustainable business practices in the region since 2020.
The awards, run in association with the University of Surrey, were designed to celebrate and promote environmental sustainability among Surrey-based businesses.
Co-directors Carol Miller and Terry Tidbury have led a range of initiatives, including awards events, seminars and the Green Exhibition.
In 2024, due to the impact of current economic pressures, CREST turned its focus on raising funds for its named charity, Surrey Wildlife Trust (SWT), organising a successful Charity Golf Day that raised £4,000.
Despite positive feedback, the directors have decided to close CREST due to personal commitments and the growing demands of running the awards.
In a final message to their supporters, the team said: “We would like to express heartfelt thanks to all who have supported us from inception – especially the teams at the Institute for Sustainability and Centre for Environment and Sustainability, our sponsors Surrey Chambers of Commerce and of course all our entrants who have helped make this a fantastic and memorable journey. We wish you all the best of luck continuing your ventures.”
