Green Gown Awards 2017 - University of Chester - Highly Commended

Shaunagh demonstrates commitment and leadership to sustainability within the University and the wider community. She embeds sustainability in all she does, engaging colleagues, community, family and friends. She embodies all the qualities of a Sustainability Champion.

Her enthusiasm and passion to encourage others to succeed with their initiatives made this year’s Green Impact programme the most successful yet. Nineteen teams participated, of which eight achieved gold awards, including her own team. She led them to achieve Gold for the third year, by implementing engaging concepts, like the ‘think before you print’ leader board, which captures the attention of the whole office on a monthly basis, when staff find out where they rank in comparison to their colleagues!

Beyond the University, Shaunagh is a mentor, supporting local community groups to implement biodiversity projects. Shaunagh truly demonstrates how one person can make a difference by enthusing and motivating those around her.

Top 3 learnings:

1 Stay true to yourself, and your beliefs.

2 Share your passion! You would be surprised how many people are willing to join you.

3 Embrace challenges, be bold and do not be afraid to try something new.