This Award is for the company or operating unit which can provide the most successful examples of innovation – turning ideas into money – in an area of its business that helps solve today’s societal challenges. Examples of challenges that judges would expect to be addressed by applicants include climate change, water conservation, environmental improvement and an ageing population.
Exergy3 Electro-thermal energy storage system stands out as a flexible decarbonisation solution, adaptable across industries and showcasing the UK’s scientific excellence. Judges agreed Exergy3 is a prime example of a home-grown innovator who transitioned all the way through from university spin out to commercial scale, who is now helping to drive industrial transformation and support the transition to a low-carbon future.
Exergy3 has developed a world-leading thermal energy storage technology to support the decarbonisation of iindustry. The Electro-thermal energy storage (ETES) system has been over 12 years in the making, spinning out from Edinburgh university in 2021 to establish a new OEM in Edinburgh. This year Exergy3 has manufactured its first demonstration units, completed off-site testing and commenced site installation.
GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of 2030. Our bold ambitions for patients are reflected in new commitments to growth and a step-change in performance. We are a company where outstanding people can thrive.
Sponsored by Cogent Skills, this award is to recognise the employer who has done the most to contribute to the acquisition of skills by the company’s workforce through an active skills development work programme.
