Environmental Awards


Whistler Blackcomb Sustainability Awards List

At Whistler Blackcomb, we are grateful for the recognition we have received for our efforts in working toward sustainability through the following awards:

2011 - Named One of Canada's Greenest Employers

2010 - Golden Eagle Award for Overall Environmental Excellence by a Ski Resort in North America.

2010 - Canada's Greenest Employers: Renewable Energy Development, Waste Reduction and Land Conservation Initiatives

2010 - Skiing Magazine - Best renewable energy project

2007.08.08.90 - Only ski area in Canada to recieve an A rating by the Ski Area Citizens coalition

2009 - Canada's Greenest Employers: The Greenest Ski Resort in Canada

2007 - Aware (WEB) Environmental Business Award

2007 - Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Fish and Wildlife Habitat Protection

2006 – BC Tourism Award for Environmentally Responsible Tourism

2006 – Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Waste Management in the North American Ski Industry

2006 – First Choice Responsible Tourism Award for Best in Mountain Environment

2005 – Golden Eagle Award for Overall Environmental Excellence in the North American Ski Industry

2005 - BC Hydro Power Smart Excellence Award

2004 - BC Tourism Award for Environmentally Responsible Tourism

2003 – Golden Eagle Award for Overall Environmental Excellence in the North American Ski Industry

2002 - Silver Eagle Awards for Excellence in Stakeholder Relations

2002 - BC Ethics in Action award for Environmental Excellence

2002 – Special Commendation from British Airways for Excellence in Sustainable Tourism

2001 – Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Environmental Group Relations

2001 – Starfish Award for Excellence in Sustainable Tourism

1999 – Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Habitat Protection

1999 – Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Environmental Group Relations

1998 – Silver Eagle Award for Excellence in Environmental Education


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