ELI Award Dinner
This year's ceremony will be on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 honoring Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd.
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The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) is proud to announce Dr. J. Marshall Shepherd, a renowned atmospheric scientist and leading international weather-climate expert, as the recipient of the prestigious 2023 Environmental Achievement Award. As a professor, broadcaster, and a former president of the American Meteorological Society, Dr. Shepherd has consistently emphasized the vital importance of scientifically informed decision-making in addressing environmental challenges.
Since 1984, the faces and voices of ELI’s constituents have come together in a gathering of environmental professionals: the annual ELI Award Dinner. By honoring individuals and organizations for demonstrating outstanding commitment to environmental protection, ELI helps set the standards for the environmental profession. The dinner is a signal opportunity for environmental professionals to forge new bonds of cooperation, while supporting the agenda-setting research, education, and training programs of the Institute. ELI's signature fundraising event now attracts attention year round, making it a unique gathering of the nation’s environmental leaders, with more than 750 professionals attending from across the country.
Looking to book accommodations? Book a room at the Omni Shoreham Hotel!
A block of rooms is being held for award dinner attendees. Reserve your room by October 10 by calling Omni at 1-800-444-OMNI or by clicking here.
ELI thanks our 2023 Super Star Sponsors
ELI thanks our 2023 Star Sponsors
Sponsorship and Promotional Opportunities
ELI’s Annual Award Ceremony Fundraiser remains an opportunity for environmental professionals from around the world to forge new bonds of cooperation while supporting the agenda-setting research, education, and training programs of the Institute that makes law work for people, places, and the planet. We could not accomplish our mission without the support and involvement of our outstanding sponsors. Please contact Melodie DeMulling for more details on becoming a 2023 Star Sponsor!
*ELI is asking only vaccinated people to attend the in-person reception and dinner on October 24. We also reserve the right to cancel the in-person event at any time based on CDC guidelines and DC Health guidelines and mandates. Thank you for your patience with us as we navigate the new normal for events.
Unable to participate in this year's Award Ceremony? Make a donation to support ELI's ongoing work advancing environmental progress through education, events, and research and analysis.
ELI Firestone Policy Forum 2023
Missed the 2022 Award Ceremony? Don't worry! The Award Ceremony recording is here.
Read the Award Ceremony Program.
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