The 2015 edition of European Utility Week saw the launch of the first ever European Utility Industry Awards.

From over 150 entries, 5 award category winners were announced at a ceremony held on 4 November 2015 in Vienna.

Here the utilities, industry leaders and young talent responsible for pioneering new frontiers, pushing boundaries, inspiring others and achieving growth were honoured and celebrated.

- The achievements of the industry that are growing year upon year provide an outstanding example for the rest of the world to follow - said the evening's host Phillip Lewis, CEO of VaasaETT.

We would once again like to congratulate the following winners:

• Schneider Electric - Sustainable Development Award
• Vandebron - Smart Community Award
• Tobias Linnenberg from OEEX GmbH - Young Innovator Award
• UK Power Networks - Industry Innovation Award
• OVO Energy - Utility Initiative Award

More information about winners: www.european-utility-industry-awards.com