Entries now open for the 11th EECA Awards

Organisations with successful energy efficiency or renewable energy projects are invited to enter the 2010 EECA Awards, which open today. 

“More and more New Zealand organisations are turning to energy management because it makes good business sense,” says EECA Chief Executive, Mike Underhill.  “It improves profitability, increases competitiveness and enhances reputation.

“Energy efficiency and renewable energy projects come in all shapes and sizes, and they are going on in all sectors of our economy.

“I really encourage any business with a solid energy management project to enter the 2010 EECA Awards and get the recognition they deserve.
 
“Committing to an energy management initiative demonstrates leadership and a focus on maximising profitability in an environmentally responsible way. These organisations are the leaders, often inspiring others to follow suit, and we want to hear from them,” Mr Underhill said.

There are nine different categories in the 2010 EECA Awards and entries are open until 30 July 2010. 

>> Full details on how to enter

Winners will be announced on Thursday 25 November 2010 at an awards ceremony in Auckland, opened by the Minister of Energy and Resources, Gerry Brownlee.

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The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) is a Crown Entity supporting energy efficiency, energy conservation, and the use of renewable sources of energy in New Zealand.

The Awards are supported by: Principal Sponsors Fujitsu General and Schneider Electric;  Associate Sponsor, Greenstone Energy; and Catering Sponsor Honeywell.

The Energy Management Association of New Zealand (EMANZ) has partnered with EECA on the 2010 EECA Awards, adding technical and industry expertise to each judging panel.