Government agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGO), and educational institutions across metropolitan Washington are invited to apply or nominate candidates for the 2022 Climate and Energy Leadership Awards offered by the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG). Winners serve as a role model for the region, and are recognized in front of local, regional, and national officials for their innovative climate stewardship projects and programs that engage and serve the region’s underserved communities. Some past winners include Community Power Network (2015 NGO), Fairfax County Public Schools (2016), and Prince George’s County Sustainable Energy Program (2018). For more information including how to nominate or complete an application, visit www.mwcog.org/climateawards or email mbattle@mwcog.org and lboggs@mwcog.org. Application period is open from April 22 – June 30, 2022.