MEDIA RELEASE
Tuesday May 15th, 2012 |
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Don't forget, Sustainable Cities Awards
Submissions close Friday May 25th.
Since 1994 the Keep Australia Beautiful Sustainable Cities Awards have raised much needed public awareness of the environmental issues affecting metropolitan NSW. They encourage communities to play an active role in creating a sustainable future for their city. Projects that address environmental challenges, improve the standard of living and quality of life in urban areas are all welcome to enter the awards program
Chief Executive Officer, Peter McLean encourages metropolitan councils, community groups, schools and businesses to consider what winning a Keep Australia Beautiful Sustainability Award could do for their projects, and their community.
“Sustainability is a major issue for Australia, and it will play a big part in government regulation in the future. It is vitally important that NSW metropolitan areas act now to establish long term sustainable environmental practices.”
“The Sustainable Cities awards program presents a unique opportunity for councils and community-based groups to proudly showcase their initiatives and to be acknowledged for their efforts in environmental protection and maintenance.” Peter McLean, Chief Executive Officer said.
Entry is FREE and can be made in the following categories:
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Office of Environment and Heritage Environmental Education Award
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Water Conservation Award
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Metropolitan Schools Environment Award
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Visy “Do the Right Thing” Waste Minimisation Award
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Sustainable Clubs Award
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Office of Environment and Heritage Cultural Heritage Award
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Biodiversity Conservation Award
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Sustainable Gardens Award
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Overall Sustainable Council Award
Download all entry forms here:
http://www.kabnsw.org.au/programs/SustainableCities
For further information on the 2012 Sustainable Cities program please contact Jennifer Stewart, Programs Manager on 02 9633 3380.
The Sustainable Cities Awards program is generously sponsored by Sydney Water, with Category Awards sponsored by Visy, NSW State Government and the Heritage Council of NSW.
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For media information please contact Carolyn Oakley, Media & Communications Manager: 02 9633 3380
For media comment please contact Jennifer Stewart, Programs Manager:
02 9633 3380 or 0409 463 227