The 2022 Recycling Excellence Awards nomination period is now open until 11:59 p.m., Sept. 16, 2022.
The Department of Natural Resources recognizes outstanding recycling and waste minimization efforts through its annual Recycling Excellence Award program. This page contains information about the award nomination process and highlights the achievements of recent winners.
The Recycling Excellence Awards celebrate outstanding recycling efforts, innovation and performance throughout Wisconsin. Communities, organizations, schools and businesses — both small and large — are eligible and encouraged to apply for recognition of recent recycling and waste diversion initiatives. The DNR offers the Recycling Excellence Awards not only in recognition of efforts made but also as a way of highlighting ideas with proven track records that others might use to improve their recycling endeavors.
Awards are offered in four categories: overall program; projects and initiatives; innovation; and special events. Programs may self-nominate or submit an application on behalf of another program. More information on each of these categories and a list of the 2021 award winners is provided in the table below.
Nominations should include a written description of the outstanding recycling achievements that deserve recognition, including dates, locations and data, if applicable and available. Applicants are also encouraged to submit supporting materials, including education and outreach examples, high resolution photos, tables, charts and website links.
