In 2009, various initiatives undertaken by the GPS led to electricity usage being reduced by one fifth and gas usage by a quarter, whilst landfill waste was almost halved. Other initiatives, such as free scrap polyethylene pipe collection & recycling scheme and a sustainable product offering, were also demonstrated to the panel of independent judges.

GPS’s managing director Martin Gisbourne said: “We are delighted to be shortlisted. Here at GPS we firmly believe that responsible business practice is of vital importance and will continue working hard to ensure that we reduce our impact on the environment.”

The annual award, run in association with the Financial Times, recognises those British companies who consistently strive to reduce their carbon footprint and impact on the environment.