Julie’s Bicycle announce the winners of their first Creative Green Awards at a ceremony at Somerset House presented by Caroline Lucas, Co-Leader of the Green Party, MP for Brighton. The only pan arts award recognising the contribution of the creative industries to climate change, celebrated over 50 arts organisations undertaking Creative Green certification in 2016/17.
“I’m honoured to be presenting this award. Julie’s Bicycle is an incredibly inspiring organisation who make a real difference when it comes to environmental action. The creative community can have such a huge impact on our approach to sustainability and I look forward to meeting a wonderful group of environmental heroes this week.”
Caroline Lucas, Co-Leader of the Green Party, MP for Brighton
The winners are:
Outstanding Achievement
Shambala
Highest Achievement for Commitment
Lyric Hammersmith
Highest Achievement for Understanding
Sheffield Trust
Highest Achievement for Improvement
Soho Theatre
Best Creative Group
Festival Republic
Best Festival
Shambala
Best Museum and Gallery
Camden Arts Centre
Best Performing Arts Venue
Young Vic Theatre
Best Office
Donmar Warehouse
“The Creative Green awards are celebrating some of the most outstanding cultural organisations in the country. These pioneering arts organisations have been doing brilliant work combining practical actions with inspirational ideas.”
Alison Tickell, CEO Julies Bicycle
Running since 2009, Creative Green is a certification enabling venues, museums & galleries, festivals and offices to assess their environmental commitment, understanding and improvement. With over 250 Creative Green certificates awarded this is the only scheme designed specifically for the cultural sector.
