Every year thousands of people do their bit to improve the quality of the environment across the whole of the county borough.

The Pride in Your Place Awards is an initiative that acknowledges the endeavour, innovation and commitment of those who have helped to make our area cleaner, safer and greener and a better place to live and work.

The award scheme is open to all residents, schools, businesses and community groups within the county borough.

The closing date for applications is 11 October 2013.

Categories:
Go Wild!
Rewarding wildlife and countryside work that has helped enrich biodiversity.
Keeping Up Appearances
Rewarding cleanliness and attractiveness of a business premises (shop, business, factory etc.).
Best Environmental Business
Reward for innovation and environmental excellence.
Recycling in Schools
Rewarding resourcefulness, waste minimisation and recycling activities.
Environmental Education
Rewarding excellence in Eco Project work in our schools and colleges.
Healthy Living
Rewarding activities that promote healthy lifestyles.
Sustainable Travel
Rewarding innovation and excellence in transport initiatives.
Best Community Project
Rewarding activities and events that have improved the well-being, safety and/or quality of the environment in our local communities.
Best Kept Area
Acknowledging the efforts of a neighbourhood for improving the quality of their local environment.
Youth Environmental Champion
Reward for an outstanding individual (Aged 25 and under) who has contributed to improving the environment and the well-being of the community.
Environmental Champion
Reward for an outstanding individual (over 25 years) who has contributed to improving the environment and the well-being of the community.

Pride in your place Application Form