Wind farm named environmental award finalist

Central Midlands & Coastal Advocate
Thursday 28/9/2006, Page: 3

EMU Downs wind farm has been named as an finalist in this year's WA Environment Awards.

The Department of Conservation and Environment (DEC) awards recognise the commitment to protecting and maintaining WA's environment by businesses and local groups. Emu Downs has been nominated in the `Corporate Business leading by example' category and is one of five finalists in the category.

DEC Director General Keiran McNamara said the department had received more than 70 high quality nominations from across the state.

"Selection as a finalist in these awards is an outstanding achievement and is a reflection of the commitment and dedication shown to protecting the WA environment," Mr McNamara said.

The finalists have developed and implemented excellent initiatives that are helping to promote and maintain high standards in environmental care "I comment their commitment to working towards a health environment for present and future generations," he said.

The finalist, comprising of individuals, community groups and organisations will be judged in one of 10 categories with an overall winner chosen from all categories.

Winners will be announced at a presentation celebration on Friday November 17 at the Hyatt Regency Perth.