A.R.E. SUSTAINABILITY AWARDS

The only competition focused on sustainable retail design, the A.R.E. Sustainability Awards, sponsored this year by Ecoxera, has drawn interest even in difficult economic times, demonstrating that sustainability has staying power. Get your sustainable retail projects noticed — enter the 2010 competition!

Early bird deadline: Dec. 15, 2009
Final deadline: Jan. 15, 2010

Introduced in 2009, the awards program has evolved from its inaugural year with defined criteria and greater recognition. An entry form addressing elements critical for judging has been developed; questions are in-depth, requiring forethought and detailed project information. Study the form and entry tips to increase your chances of winning. In addition, you may want to obtain imagery that adequately illustrates sustainable elements.

While the highest honors go to projects with comprehensive sustainability programs that exhibit good design, don't be shy about entering projects that may not achieve high overall scores but incorporate a unique attribute. An extremely innovative element of your project might compel the judges to award a special commendation.

A special award is being planned for the 2010 A.R.E. Sustainability Awards, and winners will receive recognition during A.R.E.'s Design Awards presentation at GlobalShop. Winning projects will receive press coverage online, in print, and in the digital display area of GlobalShop.