Nominations now open for the 2011 Champions of the Earth Award!

The 2011 Champions of the Earth, the United Nations’ flagship environmental award, is now open for nominations!

The Award seeks to recognize some of the best and brightest individuals – those who take action through visionary thinking, unwavering dedication and action towards global green growth.

We are looking for Champions – inspirational leaders, thinkers and most importantly, doers – who have shown determination, resourcefulness and enduring commitment towards a better, cleaner and more prosperous future. 

UNEP will select a laureate for each of the following categories:

• Policy Leadership
• Science & Innovation
• Entrepreneurial Vision
• Inspiration & Action

Each laureate will receive a $40,000 cash prize and a commemorative trophy at an Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner to be held on 28 April 2011.

Nominations will be accepted until 31 October. For more information, please
visit www.unep.org/champions or e-mail Lucita Jasmin.

The need for responsibility and leadership has never been greater. Business, civil society and Government leaders are needed to build today’s new Green Revolution, the Green Economy. Nominate your Champions now!

Submit your nominations.

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