Environmental champions sought
Hon Amy Adams
Minister for the Environment
14 February 2014
Environmental champions sought
Environment Minister Amy Adams has today announced that entries are open for the Government’s premier environmental awards, which honour those dedicated to protecting and improving our environment.
The Green Ribbon Awards recognise outstanding contributions by individuals, organisations or businesses to addressing New Zealand’s environmental problems.
“There are so many people, communities and businesses who work hard to improve our environment in their own quiet way, but it is often without thanks,” Ms Adams says.
“The awards are a fitting occasion to show the
human face of environmental issues, and promote the
fantastic work that is happening in our
communities.
“Having had the honour of hosting the
awards for the last two years, it has been fantastic to meet
so many people who are making a significant difference to
our environment.
“We all know that environmental problems are not easy to solve. But with the combined dedication and outstanding contributions made by so many people in our communities, we can all be sure that we are on the right track.”
Ms Adams says nominations should show how work has provided significant environmental benefits, is innovative, goes the extra distance and has raised awareness of environmental issues.
The 12 award categories
are:
• Protecting our biodiversity
• Reducing our
greenhouse gas emissions
• Caring for our
water
• Minimising our waste
• Protecting our
oceans and coasts
• Communication and
Education
• Community focus
• Stewardship
champion
• Small business leadership
• Large
business leadership
• Public sector
leadership
• Green economy
Nominations for the awards, which are being held for the 24th year, close on 24 March.
Ms Adams will host the awards ceremony at Parliament on 16 June. The twelve category winners will be announced, before a Supreme Winner is revealed.
For information on how to enter the Green Ribbon Awards, go to: www.mfe.govt.nz/withyou/awards/green-ribbon.html
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