(Washington, DC) — The Environmental Law Institute announces the opening of the nomination period for the 28th Annual National Wetlands Awards. The National Wetlands Awards program honors individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary commitment to the conservation and restoration of our nation’s wetlands. The deadline (extended) for submitting a nomination for next year’s awards is December 21, 2016.
The 2017 National Wetlands Awards Program will honor individual achievement in up to six categories: Conservation and Restoration; Education and Outreach; Landowner Stewardship; Science Research; State, Tribal and Local Program Development; and Wetland Community Leader. Organizations and federal employees are not eligible.
Since 1989, the National Wetlands Awards Program has honored over 200 champions of wetlands conservation. The program recognizes individuals who have demonstrated exceptional effort, innovation, and excellence in wetlands conservation at the regional, state, or local level. Past award recipients share a dedication to protecting the nation’s remaining wetlands; educating citizens, students, and agencies about the value of wetlands; and working with a diverse array of organizations and interests to advance wetlands protection.
The National Wetlands Awards Program is administered by the Environmental Law Institute and supported by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Natural Resource Conservation Service, U.S. Forest Service, NOAA Fisheries, and Federal Highway Administration. A committee of wetland experts representing federal and state agencies, academia, conservation groups, and private sector organizations selects the Award winners.
For more information on submitting a nominations, please visit the National Wetlands Awards website at: www.nationalwetlandsawards.org. For more information on the program, please contact Kathryn Campbell at (202) 939-3806 or e-mail wetlandsawards@eli.org.