Business Energy Scotland celebrated the best in Scottish local retailers at this year’s SLR Awards on 19 June.
The shortlisted retailers were Premier DUSA, Premier Girish’s @ Barmulloch and Spar Drymen. Our energy advisors were out and about visiting these stores in the weeks running up to the event to support the judges and to help choose this year’s deserved winner.
We were pleased to present the award of Sustainability Retailer of the Year to Premier DUSA – winning the title for a second consecutive year.
Running for over 20 years, the SLR Awards celebrate the achievements of independent retailers across Scotland who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, creativity and outstanding customer service.
Other categories recognised at the 2024 awards ceremony included: Scottish Brands Retailer of the Year, Community Retailer of the Year, Refit of the Year, #ThinkSmart Innovation Award and the Team of the Year.
The full list of award categories and winners can be found on the SLR Awards website.
Retailers that are already saving energy and reducing emissions with our support
- Goldenacre Mini Market upgraded its lighting and refrigeration, saving 30% on their energy bills.
- Harris Community Shop purchased high-efficiency refrigerated display cabinets, saving them £3,750 per year.
- Scotland’s oldest deli, Valvona and Crolla saved almost £5,000 on its annual energy bill thanks to new refrigeration units and LED lighting.
- MC Stores in Girvan was able to fund several projects that have saved the business over £4k on its annual energy bill and improved the store’s environmental performance.
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