Nominations Extended for Governor's Environmental Excellence Awards

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) announced today that it will continue to accept nominations for the 2023 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence until March 17.

Citizens, government agencies, businesses, organizations, and educational institutions are invited to submit nominations. Self-nominations are encouraged. Nominated projects must have occurred in Indiana and been implemented in 2021 or 2022.

"It is always an honor for IDEM to recognize these outstanding Hoosiers who are choosing to go above and beyond to make a difference in Indiana's environment," said Commissioner Brian Rockensuess. "I encourage Hoosiers to submit their applications for their innovative projects, and I look forward to celebrating this year's honorees and their many contributions to our state."

The Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence are the most prestigious environmental awards given in the state. This year, IDEM and Governor Eric J. Holcomb's office will present seven awards, one in each of the following categories: Energy Efficiency/Renewable Resources; Environmental Education/Outreach; Five Year Continuous Improvement; Greening the Government; Land Use/Conservation; Pollution Prevention; and, Recycling/Reuse.

The deadline for nominations is now March 17, 2023. The previous deadline was March 6. Awards will be presented in September. A panel of conservation, environmental, and academic professionals review nominations. The awards will be based on project innovation, measurable results, and transferability. Nomination forms and instructions are available at https://www.in.gov/idem/partnerships/governors-awards-for-environmental-excellence/.

In 2022, award winners included: Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, LLC, Paramount Schools of Excellence, AstraZeneca Mount Vernon Operations, Indianapolis Public Schools, Big Pine Creek Watershed, Cummins Inc., and the City of Monticello. Watch the Governor's call for nominations video.

Established in 1986, IDEM (http://www.idem.in.gov/ ) implements federal and state regulations regarding the environment. Through compliance assistance, incentive programs and educational outreach, the agency encourages and aids businesses and citizens in protecting Hoosiers and Indiana's environment.