Delaware North Wins 2008 NPS Environmental Awards

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Each year, the National Park Service (NPS) presents the Environmental Achievement (EA) Awards to acknowledge exceptional achievements and contributions in a broad range of environmental areas, including: environmental management systems; environmental stewardship; green purchasing; alternative fuel and fuel conservation in transportation; recycling; sustainable design/green building; and waste/pollution prevention.

The 19 nominations received for 2008 were reviewed by a committee of representatives from the NPS regional offices and the Washington Office (WASO).  Four national award winners and four honorable mention recipients were selected for recognition.  For your information, a complete listing of award winners, honorable mentions, and other nominees is attached.

NPS Evironmental Achievement Award Winners 2008

Nominee:  Yosemite National Park Curry Village Design Team
Location:  Yosemite National Park
Category:  Sustainable Design/Green Building
Project Title:  Curry Village Employee Housing Project

Nominee:  Delaware North Companies Parks and Resorts, Concessioner
Location:  Yellowstone National Park and Yosemite National Park
Category:  Recycling
Project Title:  Delaware North Companies Parks and Resorts Recycling Programs