Nine Installations and Teams Receive 2023 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards

April 24, 2023
Congress | Environment | On Base

Seven installations and work teams in the U.S. and two overseas bases have been recognized with the Secretary of Defense Environmental Award for “their accomplishments in innovative and cost-effective environmental management strategies supporting mission readiness,” according to a press release that also describes each winner’s efforts.

The 2023 winners are:

  • Camp Ripley, Minnesota Army National Guard
  • Marine Corps Support Facility Blount Island, Florida
  • 366th Environmental Management Team, Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho
  • Naval Base Point Loma, California
  • Iowa Army National Guard
  • Cultural Resources Office Team, Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
  • Acquisition and Logistics-Heavy Metals Working Group, Washington, D.C.
  • Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea
  • Kadena Air Base, Japan

“Through its strong environmental programs, the department ensures the accessibility and long-term viability of its ranges and installations while safeguarding service members, their families, and neighboring communities in the U.S. and overseas,” said Brendan Owens, assistant secretary of defense for energy, installations, and environment.

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April 24, 2023
Congress | Environment | On Base

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