Green Awards 2010
Mayor Menino Announces Winners of 2010 Green Awards
Thursday, April 29, 2010 - Four residential and 14 business leaders chosen for outstanding commitment to sustainability.
Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the winners of the forth annual Mayor’s Green Awards, which recognize local business and neighborhood leaders for doing their part to make Boston a greener, more sustainable, and livable city. The 2010 Green Awards were presented by the Mayor to 4 residential and 14 business leaders at today’s ceremony in the Prudential Center.
"These award winners demonstrate the many ways in which individuals and businesses can contribute to making Boston a leading green city," said Mayor Menino. "Their commitment to our community and the environment and is an outstanding example of the leadership necessary to advance Boston’s ambitious sustainability goals and continue to grow our green economy."
The Mayor's Green Business Awards recognize extraordinary performance related to sustainable environmental practices. Boston Properties, owner of the Prudential Center and one of the largest property owners and developers in the U.S., was one of the Green Business Award recipients for their continued commitment to sustainability and the host of this year's awards ceremony.
"As a business, we recognize the importance of brand value," said Bryan Koop, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager of Boston Properties. "When people think of Boston Properties and the city from which we proudly get our name, they should think of a shared commitment to urban vitality and economic growth that is respectful of our planet and its people."
First Wind, a leading wind energy developer headquartered in Boston, marked the occasion of receiving a 2010 Green Business Award by announcing that First Wind will provide a $3,000 scholarship annually to a graduate of Boston Public Schools' John D. O'Bryant school for a student pursuing a college degree in science, engineering, or related course of study.
"As this scholarship demonstrates, First Wind is committed to the City of Boston, which was also a driving factor in our move to Downtown," said Michael Alvarez, President & Chief Financial Officer of First Wind. "Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders, and we hope that our scholarship program will support young people who show interest in and the capacity to contribute to the fields of environment, energy and science."
The Mayor's Green Residential Awards recognize residents and local organizations in Boston that are committed to sustainable living. Winners in this category demonstrate exemplary sustainable practices in their community and in their homes.
"These local green heroes are shining examples of how even little steps in our every day lives can make a big difference in a city like Boston," added Jim Hunt, Chief of Environment and Energy for the City of Boston. "Whether it’s the efforts of a local business owner, a new resident, or the leadership of our Mayor, collectively our efforts in sustainability are the reason Boston is now recognized as one of the greenest cities in the nation."
Allston Collision Centers
Paul Chaet and Elaine O’Neill’s body shop is the first in Boston to completely retrofit their spray booth to use waterborne paints in the repair of vehicles. The system reduces both hazardous waste and the emission of volatile organic compounds that are a major contributor to climate change.
Thursday, April 29, 2010 - Four residential and 14 business leaders chosen for outstanding commitment to sustainability.
Mayor Thomas M. Menino today announced the winners of the forth annual Mayor’s Green Awards, which recognize local business and neighborhood leaders for doing their part to make Boston a greener, more sustainable, and livable city. The 2010 Green Awards were presented by the Mayor to 4 residential and 14 business leaders at today’s ceremony in the Prudential Center.
"These award winners demonstrate the many ways in which individuals and businesses can contribute to making Boston a leading green city," said Mayor Menino. "Their commitment to our community and the environment and is an outstanding example of the leadership necessary to advance Boston’s ambitious sustainability goals and continue to grow our green economy."
The Mayor's Green Business Awards recognize extraordinary performance related to sustainable environmental practices. Boston Properties, owner of the Prudential Center and one of the largest property owners and developers in the U.S., was one of the Green Business Award recipients for their continued commitment to sustainability and the host of this year's awards ceremony.
"As a business, we recognize the importance of brand value," said Bryan Koop, Senior Vice President and Regional Manager of Boston Properties. "When people think of Boston Properties and the city from which we proudly get our name, they should think of a shared commitment to urban vitality and economic growth that is respectful of our planet and its people."
First Wind, a leading wind energy developer headquartered in Boston, marked the occasion of receiving a 2010 Green Business Award by announcing that First Wind will provide a $3,000 scholarship annually to a graduate of Boston Public Schools' John D. O'Bryant school for a student pursuing a college degree in science, engineering, or related course of study.
"As this scholarship demonstrates, First Wind is committed to the City of Boston, which was also a driving factor in our move to Downtown," said Michael Alvarez, President & Chief Financial Officer of First Wind. "Today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders, and we hope that our scholarship program will support young people who show interest in and the capacity to contribute to the fields of environment, energy and science."
The Mayor's Green Residential Awards recognize residents and local organizations in Boston that are committed to sustainable living. Winners in this category demonstrate exemplary sustainable practices in their community and in their homes.
"These local green heroes are shining examples of how even little steps in our every day lives can make a big difference in a city like Boston," added Jim Hunt, Chief of Environment and Energy for the City of Boston. "Whether it’s the efforts of a local business owner, a new resident, or the leadership of our Mayor, collectively our efforts in sustainability are the reason Boston is now recognized as one of the greenest cities in the nation."
Allston Collision Centers
Paul Chaet and Elaine O’Neill’s body shop is the first in Boston to completely retrofit their spray booth to use waterborne paints in the repair of vehicles. The system reduces both hazardous waste and the emission of volatile organic compounds that are a major contributor to climate change.
Click here to see the 4th Annual Mayor's Green Awards announcement video!
