40 Environmentalists in 40 Years Awards

In honor of the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, we at the County Council will recognize 40 individuals that have made a green imprint in Montgomery County in the past 40 years.

Starting with Silver Spring resident Rachel Carson, who is widely considered the mother of the modern environmental movement, Montgomery County has a rich history of environmental advancement. The “40 Environmentalists in 40 Years” awards will pay homage to that history and to the individuals who shaped it.

To be eligible for the award, a nominee must have made a significant impact on climate policies, energy efficiency, renewable energy or other environmental goals in Montgomery County in the last 40 years. Individuals may be living or deceased and must be nominated by someone who lives or works in Montgomery County. Individuals may not nominate themselves.

Nominations must include contact information for both the nominator and the nominee and must include a description of the nominee’s contribution to the environment. The “40 Environmentalists in 40 Years” tribute will be held on April 20.

Nominations should be submitted by April 9 to councilmember.floreen@montgomerycountymd.gov with the subject line “40 in 40.” Nominations also can be sent to the Montgomery County Council/40 in 40 Award, 100 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, Maryland 20850. For more information about the 40 in 40 awards, call 240-777-7959.