for 2022 Submissions!

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". For the past 15 years, NAMEPA has been engaging maritime businesses, educators, government and the public to “Save Our Seas” by promoting sound environmental practices through events and community programming. Previous recipients have included Dorian LPG, Ecochlor, MSC, Matson, Port Everglades, the United States Coast Guard, Massachusetts Maritime Academy, NOAA, NAAEE, and others.
Submission Eligibility
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
- Sustainability
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 the protection of the marine environment
SUBMISSIONS SHOULD HIGHLIGHT THE APPLICANTS:
- 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.
HOW TO SUBMIT:
- Complete the submission form by September 1st, 2022
- Winners for each of the categories will be notified by September 15th
- Recipents will receive their Awards at NAMEPA's 15th Anniversary Marine Environment Protection Conference and Dinner being held abroad the Hornblower Infinity in New York City on October 27th, 2022
For Award inquiries & questions: Rachel McCloskey +1 203 255 4686 r.mccloskey@namepa.net
2022 Award Winners
Maritime Industry Marine Environment Protection Award
Port Marine Environment Protection
Seafarers Ministry Marine Environment Protection Award
Non-Profit Marine Environment Protection Award
Dr. Michael Alfultis, President of SUNY Maritime College
Maritime Academies, Harbor Schools, and Universities Award.
Kai Martin, Vice President, Strategic Programs at The Pasha Group
Individual Marine Environment Protection Award
Environmental Innovation Marine Environment Protection Award
Department of Energy's Wind and Power Technologies Officer
Government Marine Environment Protection Award
Sustainability Award
2021 Award Winners
Maritime Industry Marine Environment Protection Award
Port Marine Environment Protection
Seafarers Ministry Marine Environment Protection Award
North American Association for Environmental Education
Non-Profit Marine Environment Protection Award
Environment Protectors Marine Environment Protection Award
Dr. Karen Purnell, Directing Manager, International Tanker Owners Pollution Federation, ITOPF
Individual Marine Environment Protection Award
Environmental Innovation Marine Environment Protection Award
Government Marine Environment Protection Award
Congratulations to our 2020 MEP Award Winners!
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