DES MOINES – Iowa businesses, organizations and citizens will have additional time to apply for the Governor’s Iowa Environmental Excellence Awards.
Applications are available at www.iowadnr.gov/eeawards and are now due April 8.
These awards are the premier environmental honors in Iowa, recognizing leadership and innovation in the protection of Iowa’s water, land and air.
For 2016, organizations are encouraged to submit electronically to reduce paper waste and eliminate mail delays. Complete instructions are included in the application packet.
Awards will be given for Overall Environmental Excellence, along with Special Project Awards in:
- Air Quality
- Energy Efficiency/Renewable Energy
- Habitat Restoration
- Waste Management
- Water Quality
- Environmental Education
For more information and to download an application, go to www.iowadnr.gov/eeawards or contact Scott Flagg at 515-725-8318 or Scott.Flagg@dnr.iowa.gov.