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Maine Citizens Recognized by EPA for Environmental Achievements | |
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2018-09-12 | |
发布年 | 2018 |
语种 | 英语 |
国家 | 美国 |
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正文(英文) | Contact Information: BOSTON – Three Maine individuals were recognized today at the 2018 Environmental Merit Awards ceremony of the US Environmental Protection Agency's New England regional office. These environmental leaders were among 28 recipients across New England honored for their work to protect New England's environment. George McDonald of Belgrade was recognized with a lifetime award for his many years of service to the health and environment of the state. And Maggie Shannon of Belgrade Lakes and Dale Mitchell of Perry were recognized with individual awards for their work on the environment. "New England is rich with individuals, businesses, and organizations that exhibit their strong commitment to local communities and to a clean and healthful environment. EPA is very proud to recognize these meaningful accomplishments," said EPA New England Regional Administrator Alexandra Dunn. EPA New England each year recognizes individuals and groups in the six New England states whose are distinguished by their work to protect or improve the region's environment. The merit awards, given since 1970, honor individuals and groups who have shown ingenuity and commitment. The Environmental Merit Awards, given for work or actions done in the prior year, are awarded in the categories of individual; business (including professional organizations); local, state or federal government; and environmental, community, academia or nonprofit organization. Also, each year EPA presents lifetime achievement awards for individuals. The 2018 Merit Award Winners from Maine were: Lifetime Achievement AwardGeorge MacDonald, Belgrade MacDonald's knowledge and insights regarding waste management, recycling and sustainability made him a "go to" person on these issues in Maine and the region. He was instrumental in the creation of the Northeast Recycling Council and the Maine Compost School, then worked with both organizations for years. He served on the Council's board for 21 years and he joined the faculty of the Compost School in 1999, where he remains committed to its programs. His activities at the Compost School have helped more than 800 students from across the United States and from 45 countries. During his career, MacDonald has been involved in both technical and policy related to a wide range of waste, materials management and sustainability issues. His leadership and significant contributions have resulted in a healthier environment and in sustainable materials management practices. He has left his mark on Maine's materials management landscape and on composting throughout the region and made an outstanding contribution to protect New England, and particularly Maine's environment. He has been an inspiration to individuals and companies regionwide, not only for his dedication, but also as a leader in advancing materials management. IndividualsMargaret Shannon, Maine Lake Society, Belgrade Lakes Dale Mitchell, Passamaquoddy Tribe – Sipayik, Perry In addition to the winners from Maine, Nancy Siedman of Cambridge, Mass., was given the Ira Leighton "In Service to States" annual award for environmental achievement that has had an outsized impact in the state, the region, and nationally. More information on EPA's Environmental Merit Awards, including photographs from the award ceremony: https://www.epa.govhttps://www.epa.gov/environmental-merit-awards-new-england |
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来源平台 | us environmental protection agency (epa) |
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条目标识符 | http://119.78.100.173/C666/handle/2XK7JSWQ/106224 |
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