LITTLE ROCK – Those working to create a more sustainable community in Little Rock have been recognized with the 2022 Sustain the Rock Awards, presented by the Little Rock Sustainability Commission. 

The Sustain the Rock Awards recognize businesses, non-profits, individuals and departments/employees of the City of Little Rock who have made significant contributions to a more sustainable Little Rock. They contribute to a more sustainable city by embracing and promoting an approach to business and daily living that balances environmental responsibility, economic prosperity, and social equity.

2022 Sustain the Rock Award Winners include:

• The Nurserie Farm and Garden Market, Small Business
• The Lion of Judah, Non-profit Organization - Faith Community
• Forest Park Elementary School, Non-profit Organization - Educator
• Epic Glass, Non-profit Organization - Recycling
• Linda K. Smith, Individual
• Finance Department - Procurement Division, City of Little Rock Department

Award winners were selected by the Little Rock Sustainability Commission based on nominations submitted by members of the general public. The awards are not bound to set criteria. However, commission members look commitment to sustainability via:

• Leadership and commitment to sustainable practices in the Little Rock community
• Leadership in sustainable policy development and implementation
• Development and use of sustainable practices that are defined, measurable, and repeatable
• Efforts that result in systemic changes
• Efforts that result in toxics reduction, waste reduction, saving habitat, pollution reduction, wildlife protection , environmental equity, changes in social equity
• Mobilization of a larger group of people, including education, outreach, and partnerships

To learn more about the awards, or to make nominations for next year, visit the Little Rock Sustainability Office at: https://www.littlerock.gov/residents/sustainability-office/sustain-the-rock-awards/.