Port Marlborough – Marlborough Environment Awards Port Marlborough confirmed its support as the Naming Rights Sponsor for the 2024/25 Marlborough Environment Awards at a launch event on 22 August. This prestigious event, dedicated to recognising outstanding contributions to environmental conservation and sustainability, will now be titled the “Port Marlborough – Marlborough Environment Awards”. The Port Marlborough – Marlborough Environment Awards, honour individuals, organisations, and initiatives that are working hard to protect and preserve the environment. As the headline sponsor, Port Marlborough brings its company value of Kaitiakitanga – (environmental stewardship) to life, and aligns with this long-standing initiative to inspire Marlborough businesses and community to innovate for our environment. “We recognise the uniqueness and importance of the Marlborough environment and the way it has supported our people, lifestyle and economy over centuries. The port plays a key role in facilitating Marlborough’s regional prosperity, and we’re working hard to lead the way as an environmentally restorative port. ” said Port Marlborough Chief Executive Officer Rhys Welbourn. “Partnering with the Marlborough Environment Awards as headline sponsor is a natural alignment for us, we see the awards as a great vehicle to encourage other businesses and groups in the region to innovate, share knowledge and make connections in the spirit of kaitiakitanga.” “We are thrilled to partner with Port Marlborough,” said Jo Grigg, Marlborough Environment Awards Trust Chair. “They previously supported the awards as the “Marine Category” sponsor, so know the awards well. We are really pleased to see they value the association and have chosen to increase their support this year – seeing the importance of celebrating and promoting those who are working hard to protect and enhance the environment and use resources and energy efficiently.” About Port Marlborough Port Marlborough operates the region’s port and marinas and facilitates the operation and growth of some of Marlborough’s most significant industries, including recreational boating, forestry, fishing, marine farming, and domestic and international tourism. In 2018, the company brought in a new strategy centred on sustainability, and measures success in a balanced way against metrics for People, Planet and Prosperity through Partnerships. Event Highlights • Event Title: Port Marlborough – Marlborough Environment Awards • Date: Entries open 23 August and close 6 October 2024 • Judging: October – December 2024 • Winners announced: April 2025 • Field Days: May – December 2025 • Award Categories: Business Innovation / Community Innovation / Electrification & Energy Efficiency /Farming / Forestry / Landscape & Habitat / Marine / Wine Industry ABOUT THE MARLBOROUGH ENVIRONMENT AWARDS The Marlborough Environment Awards are held every two years to showcase businesses or community projects that are good for the environment. The Awards are open to any businesses, community group or individual working in Marlborough. Judges are looking for entrants who protect and enhance the environment and use resources and energy efficiently. The Awards are run by a charitable trust and are supported by Marlborough District Council, Department of Conservation and local sponsors.
