Nineteen exceptional CIBSE members have had their dedication to and passion for the building services industry recognised with medals at the President’s Awards Dinner.
Four Gold, four Silver and 11 Bronze medals were presented to those whose exceptional contributions to the Institution and the industry have made a significant impact.
The four Gold medals went to Derek Clements-Croome, Kevin Kelly, Richard Rooley and Peter Wong.
Professor Derek Clements-Croome’s service to CIBSE and its predecessor, the Institution of Heating and Ventilation Engineers (IHVE), spans nearly 70 years. A pioneer in intelligent buildings and occupant wellbeing, his leadership across CIBSE committees, working groups and education initiatives has made a global impact. A former CIBSE vice-president and founder of the Intelligent Buildings Group, his work has shaped guidance, research and accredited programmes that continue to influence the sector today.
Professor Kevin Kelly has dedicated more than 30 years to CIBSE, holding leadership roles, including Ireland chair, president of the Society of Light and Lighting, CIBSE President in 2021, and chair of the Benevolent Fund and Inclusivity Committee. A strong advocate for education, inclusivity and sustainability, his work has transformed engineering education in Ireland, strengthened international collaboration, and advanced energy management practices across the sector.
Peter Y Wong (pictured at top of page) has held numerous leadership positions, including CIBSE President, Hong Kong Institute of Engineers (HKIE) president, and founding chair of the HKIE Building Services Division. Renowned for his passion and vision, Wong has inspired colleagues to view engineering as both a science and an art. His dedication, energy and influence have left a lasting legacy on the profession in Hong Kong and beyond.
Richard Rooley has been a prominent figure within IHVE and CIBSE for more than 50 years, serving on the Board and multiple committees. He founded the Team Build competition, served as the first non-US President of ASHRAE in 2003, and is one of the few CIBSE members elected as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering. Rooley’s distinguished career spans technical leadership, community engagement and thought leadership, making him a deserving recipient of the Gold medal.
Silver medals were awarded to: Stanley Chow, past chair of CIBSE Hong Kong for two years, whose visionary guidance propelled the Region forwards and continues to ensure CIBSE’s relevance in Hong Kong; Farah Naz, a leading sustainability professional, who has been chair of CIBSE UAE and of WiBSE, and is currently a member of CIBSE Council; Anthony Ownsworth, an SLL Past President and past chair of CIBSE Scotland, as well as pioneer of the SLL Masterclass series; and Dr Richard Peters, authority onvertical transportation, co-founder of the Lift and Escalator Symposium, and lead author of CIBSE Guide D.
Bronze medals were awarded to: Gary Chiang, Mahroo Eftekhari, Jonathan Grimshaw, Ruth Kelly Waskett, Helen Loomes, Laura Mansel-Thomas, Leon Markwell, Paul Marston, John McLean, David Mooney and Austin Williamson.
The winners of the 2025 Ken Dale Award were also presented with their awards on the night. Klaudia Rudzionek and Charlotte Hodgson were joint winners of the bursary, which supports early career CIBSE members research global engineering innovations. (bit.ly/CJKenDale25)
A number of awards for technical papers were also presented.
For more on this year’s CIBSE medal recipients, visit: bit.ly/CJPresAw25