The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association will present an annual Environmental Award to one member company that has made outstanding contributions to environmental protection.
The initiative is part of the association's commitment to go green with increased awareness and visibility for environmental issues.

In qualifying candidates for the award, SC&RA will be quizzing member companies to gauge their commitment to environmental initiatives and to see what programs they are currently involved in, such as EPA's SmartWay program.

In addition, the award application form asks about specific office practices as they relate to environmental consciousness. Examples include recycling, alternative energy, programmable thermostats, carpooling, and public transport incentives.

Another question requests descriptions of environmental policies and practices as they relate to company vehicles and equipment. Still another question asks for examples of company environmental policies and practices as they relate to job sites, including any hazardous materials and environmental training and certification required of employees and/or contractors.

The final question calls for a brief description of "any other extraordinary, environmental practices, programs or initiatives undertaken by your company." SC&RA plans to compiled answers in a Best Practices document that members everywhere can adopt to improve our industry's image.

"This makes sense for the environment - and for business. Just as our members have attracted customers by demonstrating a commitment to safety, they may also be able to gain business by showing definitively they have substantial green policies and practices in place," said SC&RA Executive Vice President Joel Dandrea. "Quite simply, companies that insist on social and environmental responsibility within their own operations, may insist that their suppliers share these values."

To find out more about our Environmental Award, as well as other components of SC&RA's extensive Awards Program, visit the awards portion of the website. The entry deadline for the new award is March 15, 2011.

Click here for more info on the SC&RA's Environmental Award.