Green Park Award


Purpose of the Award:  To recognize excellence in the public park community for those that demonstrate the integration of green and sustainable park practices.


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2013 Award Winner -
Haverford Reserve

This is the fourth annual Green Park Award winner, based on accomplishments at Haverford Reserve and the Community Recreation and Environmental Center

 

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2012 Award Nominees

View cast studies on the 2012 Green Park Award winner and nominees showcasing best practices in green and sustainable park operations and design.  Link to the DCNR newsletter article showcasing best practices from the 2012 winner, the Township of Upper St. Clair, Allegheny County.

 

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2011 Award Nominees

View case studies on the 2011 Green Park Award winner and nominees showcasing best practices in green and sustainable park operations and design.  Link to the Bureau's newsletter article showcasing best practices from the 2011 winner, Chester County Parks and Recreation.

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2010 Award Winner

2010 Winner: Plymouth Township - Harriet Wetherill Park (Montgomery County)- Newsletter article

2010 Nominees:  City of Allentown - Cedar Creek Parkway (Lehigh County)
York Township - Stump Park (York County)
Whitemarsh Township - Koontz Park (Montgomery County)
Municipality of Murrysville - Duff Park (Westmoreland County)
Pittsburgh Park Conservancy - Regional Parks (Allegheny County)

 

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Nomination Form

The 2013 DCNR/PRPS Green Park Award is open for nominations!  Please complete the Nomination Form by December 28, 2012 to put your site in the running to receive the Award.