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City of Irvine leaders with the city's 2023 Beacon Award

Apply for Awards

The Beacon Program recognizes achievements in saving energy, reducing greenhouse gases, implementing innovative sustainability policies and programs, and more. Learn how to apply for and earn award recognition. 

2026 Important Dates

April 1: Application for Award Recognition open

June 30: Application period closes

August: Notification of award recognition

September - December: Promotional support

The Beacon Program recognizes achievements in saving energy, reducing greenhouse gases, implementing innovative sustainability policies and programs, and more. Learn how to apply for and earn award recognition. 

2026 Important Dates

April 1: Application for Award Recognition open

June 30: Application period closes

August: Notification of award recognition

September – December: Promotional support

 

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Beacon Vanguard & Spotlight Awards
Eligibility Information

Open to cities and counties participating in the Beacon Program, these awards recognize voluntary actions of local governments to undertake climate and sustainability programming. Learn more about each category and what data to submit for award consideration.

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Leadership & Innovation Awards
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Introduction

Open to cities, counties, special districts, and Beacon Champions, these competitive Leadership and Innovation awards celebrate the efforts of local governments to implement collaborative, inclusive, and equitable climate resilience and adaptation programming in their communities. Achievements in these categories is not required to receive the Beacon Vanguard Award.

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Beacon Vanguard & Spotlight Awards
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Leadership & Innovation Awards
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