TerraCycle

This thriving sustainable business model manufactures affordable, potent, organic products that are not only made from waste, but are also packaged entirely in waste! The process begins by feeding premium organic waste to millions of worms. The worm poop is then liquified into a powerful organic plant food and bottled directly in used soda bottles. The company also has an innovative program that pays school and community groups to collect the reusable container they use for their packaging. Learn more. 

Morristown Parking Authority

The MPA is being recognized as leader in sustainable development through the construction of its new LEED certified office building and parking facilities on Maple Avenue in Morristown. The building features a high performance envelope, green roof, lightshelves, sun shades, daylighting, photovoltaics, a raised floor system, geothermal wells, as well as the use of recycled and regionally sourced building materials.  See the building.

PNC Bank

PNC is being recognized for its leadership in the banking industry through its building of more than a dozen LEED certified branch locations in New Jersey alone.  PNC also employs energy conservation practices and sources recycled materials for many traditional banking office products.  Its annual sponsorship of the Morris County Park Commission’s Earth Day Celebration is further evidence of its commitment to the communities in which its branches are located.  Learn more.

Leslie Joy and Victoria Dammer of Joy Organic

This family affair brings together the unique talents of two local siblings from unrelated career backgrounds to create a new business venture that has global impact.  Creating opportunities for sustainable agriculture and fair living wages in India is just the beginning of the story. The Joy product line features high quality, organic cotton clothing and linens for sale in the U.S. market. The sisters also go to great lengths to support a multitude of local social causes through the generous donation of their time, talents and products.  Learn more.

Association of NJ Environmental Commissions (ANJEC)

Since 1969, ANJEC has been hard at work helping municipal environmental commissions, individuals, local and state agencies preserve natural resources and promote sustainable communities all across New Jersey. The knowledgeable and committed staff offer a Resource Center, a wide variety of courses and workshops and publishes numerous reports newsletters, handbooks, resource papers and manuals in support of local citizens and agencies committed to protecting our environmental quality of life. Learn more.