Feb. 22 is Deadline for Nominations for Environmental Awards
The City of Rockville’s Environmental Excellence Awards recognize individuals and organizations that contribute to Rockville’s environmental health and sustainability.
Nominations are being accepted in the following categories through 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22 for awards to be presented during Earth Month in April:
• Outstanding Individual Environmental Stewardship.
• Outstanding Leadership in Environmental Practices.
• Outstanding Achievement in Green Building Technology/Design.
• Outstanding Environmental Education and Academic Achievement.
Eligible individuals must live, work or study within the city. Eligible organizations must have an office in Rockville or must be able to demonstrate significant operations within the city limits. Building projects considered as part of a nomination must be within the city.
The awards are presented to an individual or organization by the Mayor and Council. Nominations and supplemental materials are received by the Environment Commission, which reviews the materials and recommends awards to the Mayor and Council.
For more information about the award categories and guidelines, application forms and eligibility, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/environment/awards, email [email protected], or call 240-314-8870.