Sustainable Landscaping Award Application 2025

Submit application packages by October 13, 2025. Activities completed after January 1, 2021, are eligible for an award.

APPLICANT INFORMATION

Organization Name

First Name *

Last Name *

Title

Phone

Email *

Web Site

AWARD CATEGORY

Excellence in promoting Green Infrastructure to local residents

Excellence in Green Infrastructure Partnership Program Maintenance

Excellence in new Green Infrastructure Installation

PROJECT INFORMATION

Project Name

Project Location

Date of Completion

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Brief Overview

Provide a concise summary of the project, including its main objectives and how it aligns with the goals of sustainable landscaping and water management.

Project Goals

Describe the specific goals that the project aimed to achieve. This could include objectives related to stormwater management, water conservation, native plantings, reduction of impervious surfaces, and other environmental benefits.

Design and Implementation

Detail the design and implementation process, including any unique features of the project. Highlight how the design integrates green infrastructure, innovative water management practices, or any other sustainable landscaping techniques.

Environmental Impact

Explain how the project contributes to environmental sustainability. Provide data or estimates on water usage reduction, stormwater runoff reduction, and any improvements to local ecosystems or habitats.

Community Involvement

Describe any community involvement in the project. This might include partnerships with local organizations, volunteer efforts, educational outreach, or other forms of public engagement.

Maintenance and Monitoring

Outline the maintenance plan for the project to ensure its long-term success. Discuss any monitoring efforts to track the effectiveness of the green landscaping practices implemented.

Significance of the Project

Explain why this project should be recognized with the MWRD Green Landscaping Award. Discuss its significance within the context of local environmental initiatives, its innovation in sustainable landscaping, and its potential as a model for other projects.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

Include and upload any figures, illustrations, and photos of the project before, during and after implementation
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If you have difficulties using this form, please submit application packages by October 13, 2025 to Allison Fore, forea@mwrd.org.

Awards will be presented at the MWRD’s 13th annual Sustainability Summit to be held November 13 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Town of Cicero Community Center, 2250 S. 49th Avenue, Cicero, Illinois. This event is open to the public.

For more information about the award or Sustainability Summit, contact: 312-751-6633.

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