The Energy Champion Awards recognize leaders and organizations advancing New Hampshire's energy goals. Honoring individuals and entities that make exceptional contributions that champion for the Granite State's energy future, the awards aim to motivate and inspire others. Nominate a peer, colleague, for profit or non-profit organization, or agency partner. Self nominations are also encouraged.
Please note: Past winners are not eligible to win again. View past winners below.
Nominations for the various Energy Champion Award categories ARE NOW CLOSED. A group of judges will determine the 2024 NH Energy Week Champions, to be announced on Friday, May 10, 2024 at the in-person event in Concord (more details are forthcoming).
The six award categories for 2024 are:
SMALL BUSINESS ENERGY CHAMPION: A for-profit or non-profit organization (with under 100 employees) that demonstrates excellence in the energy industry in New Hampshire.
LARGE BUSINESS ENERGY CHAMPION: A for-profit or non-profit organization (with over 100 employees) that demonstrates excellence in the energy industry in New Hampshire.
COMMUNITY ENERGY CHAMPION: A county, municipality, or a school district committed to sustainable energy practices and advocating for energy-saving upgrades to local communities or educational institutions. (Previously known as the Municipal Energy Champion Award)
ELECTED OFFICIAL ENERGY CHAMPION: An elected individual who demonstrates leadership in the transition to a sustainable energy future. (Previously known as the Legislative Energy Champion Award)
YOUNG PROFESSIONAL ENERGY CHAMPION: An individual (age 40 and under) who have made exceptional accomplishments in energy. This could be the development of an innovative project, a socially impactful intervention, or an initiative that has a significant impact on the energy space.
PROJECT OF THE YEAR ENERGY CHAMPION (new for 2024): Recognizes projects that exemplify what will be needed in a 21st century energy system. Eligible projects must showcase their capability to successfully execute infrastructure projects across various sectors within the energy domain. This includes energy-focused projects that have been completed between January 2023 to the 2024 nomination close date of April 5, 2024.
Past Energy Champion Award Recipients:
