Green Guardians Environmental Awards 2010
Have YOU got what it takes to be a Green Guardian?
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust is delighted to announce the 2010 Green Guardians Environmental Awards.
Cash prizes are on offer for community groups, schools and individuals as well as prizes and advice for winners of business categories.
We are searching for the county’s environmental heroes. Individuals, schools and community groups are all elligible for £1000 prize money and businesses entering the awards could win a prestigious title and a tailor-made package of support to help them make their company even more ‘green’.
The Green Guardians Awards, the only dedicated environmental awards programme in the county, are backed by a range of well known figures from the world of broadcasting and the environment including Bill Oddie and John Craven, and the winning entries will be judged by world renowned botanist Prof. David Bellamy.
The award scheme has a well-established reputation and is designed to recognise, reward and encourage positive environmental action in all sectors of the community. The awards this year have been made possible through the kind support of the Greater Nottingham Partnership.
The simple application process only takes a few minutes. If you wish to apply or nominate someone for an award, please click on the links below to download the relevant form.
Closing date for applications: Monday 27th September 2010.
Award Categories
Environmentalist of the Year
Supported by EDF Energy
Recognising an individual who has shown outstanding commitment to the environment.
Environmental Community of the Year
Supported by EDF Energy
Recognising the achievements of a group in improving their local environment.
Education and the Environment Award
Supported by Attenborough Nature Centre
Recognising the work of schools, colleges and other educational establishments in developing projects or initiatives that improve either their immediate surroundings or champion environmental education.
Environmental Business Award
Supported by RWEnpower
Recognising the contribution businesses can make to sustainability through either core business activities or support for community based environmental initiatives.
Living for Tomorrow Award
Supported by Nottinghamshire County Council
Designed to recognise efforts to encourage sustainable lifestyles and limit the negative impact of climate change.
Young Environmentalist of the Year Award
Supported by Siemens Metering Services
In support of an individual (under 18 years old) who has shown outstanding commitment to the environment.
NEW Protecting the Environment through Innovation Award
Supported by the University of Nottingham
This new award recognises projects from across all sectors that seek to tackle environmental issues through the use of innovation – whether in terms of new technologies, new ideas or through taking a creative approach to community engagement.
NEW First Steps to Sustainability Award
Supported by Novozymes Biopharma
This new award is designed to recognise new green initiatives which have already made an impact and demonstrate significant potential for the future.
Applications for 2010
Download Application Form
Download Nomination Form
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