CRRA’s Annual Awards Program

The California Resource Recovery Association is announcing their call for nominations for its Annual Awards Program.  Awards will be presented during the 32nd annual CRRA Conference in Burlingame, August 3-6, 2008. You are invited to share the programs and successes achieved by you and your colleagues who are “going above and beyond” in their efforts to prevent waste, reuse materials, recycle, compost, buy recycled and build “green.”  It is CRRA’s intent to praise outstanding achievers in California, publicize their successes and share successful efforts throughout the state.

2008 Awards Categories

Recycler of the Year ~ Awarded to an individual who has significantly contributed to resource conservation throughout their career in California.

Pavitra Crimmel Reuse Award ~ Pavitra was instrumental in championing the promotion and implementation of successful reuse programs. In her honor, this award recognizes special achievement by a private business, government agency, community based organization or school in the reuse of materials.

Outstanding Construction & Demolition Debris Diversion Award ~ Awarded to a private business, government agency or community based organization that has excelled in the reduction and recycling of materials generated through construction and/or demolition activities.

Outstanding Organics Program ~ Awarded to a business, government agency, community based organization or school to recognize excellence in the production, marketing and/or utilization of organic materials.

Outstanding “Closing the Loop” Commitment ~ Awarded to a business, government agency, community based organization or school that has implemented an innovative program that features the procurement of products that reduce waste, have recycled content and/or are safer alternatives to toxic products.

Outstanding Recycling Program ~ Awarded to a business, government agency, community based organization or school that has excelled in implementing and carrying out a recycling and/or diversion program.

Outstanding Waste Prevention Program ~ Awarded to a business, government agency, community based organization or school that has taken the steps to evaluate their wastestream and has successfully implemented a program that prevents the generation of waste.

Outstanding HHW/U-Waste/E-waste Program ~  Awarded to a business, government agency or community based organization to recognize innovation and excellence in diverting HHW/U-Waste/E-waste materials from disposal.

Zero Waste Achievement Award ~ Awarded to a progressive business, government agency, community based organization or school that has made the commitment to zero waste, implemented outreach programs and excelled toward the achievement of their zero waste goal.
 
“Next Generation” Recycler Award ~ This award is specifically designed to promote the next generation of Recyclers/“Zero Wasters” in California.  It will be awarded to an individual youth or youth group that has clearly set themselves apart from their peers in promoting waste prevention, recycling, composting, zero waste, or buying recycled.

Award Selection Criteria
Each award category will be evaluated on the basis of how the program and/or work of the nominee resulted in:

• Coverage and longevity
• Need and development of innovative solutions, approaches and/or partnerships
• Documented waste prevention, diversion, conservation, recovery
• A model for others to follow/replicate
• Increased public awareness and participation
• A measurable impact on the development of markets for reclaimed materials
• Inspiration of others and demonstration of leadership in the field

Application Procedures
Award nominations MUST include:

1. Completed nomination application form (separate document).  Application must be completed by a CRRA member in good standing as of the application date.
2. A brief program summary that includes the program’s history, key achievements and distinguishing characteristics.
3. A brief, clearly labeled response to each of the noted award selection criterion.  Total responses to all of the criteria should not exceed eight pages.
4. A letters of reference from a local jurisdiction, recycling organization, businesses, community leaders or teacher/principal for youth programs.

Due Date: 
Award nominations must be received by 5:00 p.m. Friday May 9, 2008. 

Please send to:

Jacy Bolden, CRRA Awards Chair ‘08 at jacybolden@sbcglobal.net

Click here for the nomination form (doc)