Nominations are now being accepted for the 26th Governor’s Environmental Excellence Awards, which honor the accomplishments of individuals, businesses, organizations, and communities to protect New Jersey’s air, land, water and natural resources.
Those interested may nominate themselves, their employer, or another company, individual, institution, or organization they believe is worthy of recognition. View the eligibility requirements and submit a nomination online by Friday, Aug. 29. Only one application per nominee will be accepted and there is no cost to apply.
The 2025 award nominations will be accepted in nine categories:
- Climate Resilience
- Climate Change Mitigation
- Watershed Management and Water Resources
- Healthy Ecosystems and Habitats
- Healthy Communities
- Sustainability and Waste Reduction
- Environmental Justice
- Environmental Educator
- James J. Florio Emerging Environmental Leader (this category is only for New Jersey youths up to age 24)
Nominees will be evaluated for their impact on the environment, actions to address the needs of New Jersey, leadership and innovation, and use of outreach and educational activities to make an impact in their community.
The DEP, New Jersey Infrastructure Bank, and the New Jersey Corporation for Advanced Technology sponsor the awards program, which has recognized over 200 winners since its launch in 2000. Winners will be notified in late fall and honored at an awards ceremony in December.
Visit the DEP’s Awards Overview webpage and view a new promotional video to learn more about each category, and eligibility and application requirements.
