Region 2
Serving New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico, US Virgin Islands and Seven Tribal Nations.
Environmental Quality Awards
Each April, EPA Region 2 honors individuals and organizations who have significantly improved the environment in New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Award Categories:
- Individual Citizen
- Non-Profit Organization, Environmental or Community Group
- Environmental Education
- Business & Industry
- Federal, State, Local or Tribal Government or Agency
- Media
- Significant contribution to improved environmental quality in New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands during 2009.
- High achievement level in the award category.
- Creation of unique or location-specific benefits, results that are sustainable or reproducible, or increased public involvement in environmental action.
Nominations must be submitted by Monday, February 22.
Nominations must include:
- A completed nomination form [PDF 185K, 1 pg].
- A separate narrative description of the nominee’s accomplishments.
- Supporting documentation such as testimonials, news clippings, etc.
Please note:
- Self-nominations are welcome.
- Awardees from 2009 are not eligible in 2010.
- Awardees from 2008 and prior years are eligible, but must be renominated for consideration in 2010.
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For additional information:
- Please contact Chris Sebastian in our Public Affairs Division (sebastian.chris@epa.gov, 212-637-3597)