NAMEPA (North American Marine Environment Protection Association) annually recognizes companies, educators, associations, government agencies, academic institutions and individuals whose efforts support our mission to "Save Our Seas". Since our inception, NAMEPA has been engaging maritime businesses, educators, government and the public to "Save Our Seas" by promoting sound environmental practices. Previous recipients have included Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Maersk, APL, Teekay Corporation, the United States Coast Guard, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, National Geographic, NOAA and others.
2020 MEP Winners
Academies, Harbor Schools and Universities Award: Sea Education Association
Environmental Award: Matson
Government, Federal, State or Local Agency Award: US Arctic Research Commission
Individual Award: Liz Burdock
Industry Award: MSC Cruises
Non-Profit Award: Ocean Voyages Institute
Port Award: Port Everglades
Seafarers Welfare Award: International Chamber of Shipping
AWARD CATEGORIES:
- Maritime Industry (to include ship owners, operators, charterers, shipyard, etc)
- Government, Federal, State or Local Environmental Agency
- Non-Profit Environmental Entity
- Individual
- Maritime Academies, Harbor Schools, Universities
- Environmental Innovation
- Seafarers Ministry (organizations and individuals may apply)
- Port
FORMAT:
SUBMISSIONS WILL BE JUDGED ALONG THE FOLLOWING GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
- Alignment with NAMEPA goals - “Save Our Seas”
- Educational Benefit
- Environmental Benefit
- Innovation
- Measurable Successes (objectives/targets) in improving protection of the marine environment
SUBMISSIONS SHOULD HIGHLIGHT:
- The Applicant’s commitment to preserving the marine environment through environmental protection initiatives;
- New technologies/initiatives that mitigate damage to the marine environment;
- Efforts (events, curriculum projects, etc.) in educating seafarers, students, port communities and children about the need for and strategies related to protecting the seas as an important global resource;
- Any awards or recognition for marine environmental protection efforts; and
- Efforts to increase public awareness on the importance of protecting the marine environment and marine ecosystems.
Media and Award inquiries: Carleen Lyden Walker +1 203 255 4686 executivedirector@namepa.net