BC Bioenergy Network announces 3 recipients of annual awards

On Oct. 20, 2023, BC Bioenergy Network announced three recipients of the 2023 BC Bioenergy Sector Award during the virtual ceremony. This was the third annual celebration of the BC Bioenergy Sector Awards. The awards were presented for outstanding leadership and contribution to the bioeconomy sector in British Columbia.

Congratulations to the recipients of the 3rd Annual BC Bioenergy Sector Awards:

Researcher Award 2023
David Claus
Director of Facilities Management and Capital Planning, University of Northern British Columbia

Changemaker Award 2023
Don O’Connor
Founder, S&T Squared Consultants

Champion Award 2023
Matt Dickson
Founder, Value of Biogas WEST

The one-hour virtual event was opened by Scott Stanners, executive director at BC Bioenergy Network, and inspired by comments from last year’s winners: Xiaotao Tony Bi (UBC Clean Energy Research Centre), Robert Pinchuk (Parkland Corporation) and Dave Schick (Canadian Fuels Association).

After the presentation of the awards, the recipients shared an acknowledgment speech on the topic of bioenergy. Ralohn Hunt with BC Bioenergy Network hosted a thought-provoking trivia session, and surprise special guests Ashley Callister with CICE and Tess delivered an extraordinary bioenergy-themed musical performance.

If you missed the event, you can view the recording here.