The Peak Award for Excellence in Leadership (Individual)
Leadership is a multifaceted quality that creates a clarity of mission, an environment which encourages innovation at all levels of an organization, and empowers others within the organization and in the community. This award is given to an exceptional individual who demonstrates leadership in the efficient energy sector, considering greater energy efficiency, low- and zero-emission transportation, equitable energy benefits and burdens, and the advancement of the community at large.
The Luminary Award for Pursuing Energy Equity (Organization or Program)
Energy equity is measured by the presence of an inclusive decision-making process, the equitable distribution of both the costs and advantages of energy use to the entire community, accounting for historic prejudice and inequality, and a view of how future generations will be impacted by choices made today. This award celebrates the accomplishments of an outstanding organization or program that has made significant strides in pursuing energy equity by sharing in the benefits and burdens of the energy transition regardless of income, race, ethnicity, gender, or geographic location.
The Vanguard Award for Innovation in Efficient Energy (Organization or Program)
At its best, efficient energy is a holistic approach to the generation, distribution, and utilization of energy that maximizes social benefit and promotes prosperity. Innovation in efficient energy is characterized by a new method, technology, or idea that has resulted in a net-new advancement in efficient energy. This award recognizes an outstanding organization or program that has championed an innovative approach to efficient energy in the Southeast.