IDEM is now taking applications and nominations for the 2026 Governor’s Awards for Environmental Excellence.
Citizens, government agencies, businesses, organizations, and educational institutions are invited to submit nominations on behalf of others. Self-nominations (applications) are also encouraged. Eligible projects must have occurred in Indiana and been implemented in 2024 or 2025.
IDEM and the Governor's Office will present seven awards, one in each of the following categories:
- Energy Efficiency/Renewable Resources
- Environmental Education/Outreach
- Five-Year Continuous Improvement
- Greening the Government
- Land Use/Conservation
- Pollution Prevention
- Recycling/Reuse
The Greening of the Government category is designed to shine a light on communities and/or government agencies that are making significant strides towards building greener, more sustainable communities or in their operations.
Nomination forms and instructions are available at idem.IN.gov/partnerships/governors-awards-for-environmental-excellence.
The deadline for nominations is March 6, 2026. Awards will be presented in September. A panel of conservation, environmental, and academic professionals will review and provide feedback on nominations. The awards will be based on project innovation, measurable results, and transferability.
