President's Environmental Youth Award Applications Due 12/31/12

The annual President's Environmental Youth Award regional awards applications are due by no later than 31 December 2012.  Projects, completed by students at the K-12 level, are considered for awards based upon criteria such as the extent of the student's initiative in beginning the project, environmental need/appropriateness, positive environmental impact, and sound approach.  Proposals must be submitted, not exceeding 300 words.  For more information on eligibility requirements and the application process, visit http://www.epa.gov/peya/#PIAEEreqs=0 .