Nominations Open for Third Annual NB Power Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards

Jan 29, 2020

The nomination period is now open for the third annual Energy Efficiency Excellence Awards, which will be presented by NB Power on May 12, 2020. The deadline for nominations is February 26.

Six award categories will recognize the innovation, leadership and commitment by those who are taking action to lower their energy use to save energy, money, and reduce their environmental impact.

Awards are open to individuals, organizations, communities, First Nations, businesses and any other group or individual showing leadership in energy efficiency.

Nominations are encouraged in the following categories:

Legacy Award: Recognises long-standing commitment and contribution to energy efficiency in New Brunswick.

Innovation Award: Recognizes an exemplary energy efficiency and/or renewable energy project in New Brunswick.

Partnership Award: Recognizes a service organization, retailer, vendor, realtor or supplier that has demonstrated leadership and best practices in helping NB Power deliver its energy efficiency programs.

Community Award: Recognizes a New Brunswick community or First Nations community in New Brunswick that has demonstrated commitment to energy efficiency.

Rising Star Award: Recognizes an individual (or group) less than 30 years of age who has demonstrated outstanding commitment to energy efficiency and conservation.

Education Award: Recognizes an educator, group of educators, class or educational institution that has developed and implemented an educational program, campaign, project or strategy to increase knowledge and inspire action on energy efficiency and conservation.

To get complete information on award categories or submit a nomination for a 2020 Energy Efficiency Excellence Award go HERE

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