City of Scottsdale seeks nominations to celebrate local environmental contributions
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Scottsdale City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd., is calling for nominations to celebrate environmental contributions and advancements that positively impact the grater community through the 2025 Sustainable Scottsdale Awards.
The awards recognize innovative individuals, businesses, associations, educational institutions and organizations that demonstrate exceptional sustainability efforts directly enhancing the quality of life and contributing to an eco-friendly city, according to a press release.
Examples of eligible programs include:
- Projects focused on water conservation, renewable energy and sustainable practices
- Initiatives that improve air and water quality, recycling and waste management
- Contributions toward energy efficiency, environmental education and broader community impact
Award-winning entries will highlight leadership in implementing sustainable practices in the Scottsdale community, take an innovative approach to tackling environmental challenges, provide tangible and quantifiable improvements in sustainability and show proactive and forward-thinking strategies in environmental stewardship.
Previous Sustainable Scottsdale Award recipients are R. City’s food waste diversion program, Witnessing Nature in Food’s food container landfill diversion program and Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch’s environmental stewardship.
Nominations will be accepted through 5 p.m. Oct. 31. Applicants will complete a short application form and submit a 500 – 1,000-word summary telling their innovative program’s story. Award winners will be announced during Earth Week in April 2025.
