The Pennsylvania Association of Environmental Professionals is accepting nominations for the Karl Mason Award.

Nominations are due January 15.

Presented annually, the award is named for Karl Mason who served in the Pennsylvania Department of Health from 1952 until his death in 1966. He was regarded as the Commonwealth’s first environmental administrator. The award was created to commemorate his vision of a strong, well-managed environmental program.

The award is given to a Pennsylvania person, organization, or project that has made significant contribution to the betterment of Pennsylvania’s environment, exemplifying Karl Mason’s vision.

Anyone may submit a nomination for this award to: Cynthia Bardman, Karl Mason Nomination Committee, summit@microserve.net or phone 610-845-8834.

For more information, visit the Karl Mason Award webpage.

12/1/2006