Any Carlsbad business may be nominated. Nominations can come from city staff, Republic Services, residents or themselves. Businesses must complete an application form to be considered for the Sustainability Champion Award.

The application period will be open from Jan. 1 – 31, 2024. Please email your completed application to sustainablematerialsmanagement@carlsbadca.gov.

Recognition of Sustainability Champions occurs twice a year. Businesses may only receive one award per calendar year.

The selected champion will receive: 

• Presentation of award 
• An ad in the Carlsbad Business Journal sponsored by Republic Services
• A one-time credit of $100 on their solid waste services bill

The selection of a Sustainability Champion will be based on the information submitted on the application, including supporting materials, and is subject to verification. Review of the nominees will be conducted by a committee comprised of staff from the City of Carlsbad and Republic Services. 

Our team of Environmental Specialists can help with the application process, if needed. Email us at sustainablematerialsmanagement@carlsbadca.gov for assistance.