Sustainable IGH Awards
Be Recognized and Inspire Others
Share your sustainability story with your neighbors or business clientele, and the City of Inver Grove Heights! If you’re an IGH resident or business owner who has carried out sustainable actions, the City wants to recognize and highlight your efforts. Sharing your story also helps inspire others to take action.
Do you do all of the following? If so, apply for the Sustainable IGH Award during the 2026 application period. The application form will open in March 2026.
- Conserve energy
- Conserve water
- Recycle at your home or business
- Volunteer or donate to benefit the IGH community
- Landscape with native vegetation or pollinator plants [Property Owners Only]
Recognition Levels
There are four Sustainable IGH Recognition award levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Special Recognition. Applicants may apply annually to advance to a higher award level in future years.
| RECOGNITION LEVEL | REQUIREMENT |
|---|---|
| Bronze | Complete all required actions. |
| Silver | Complete all required actions + 5 additional actions. |
| Gold | Complete all required actions + 10 additional actions. |
| Special Recognition | One resident and one business may be selected annually by the Environmental Advisory Commission and City Council for demonstrating significant achievements. |
Recognition Awards
Awardees will earn:
- Printed award to display.
- Digital award for use on social media or website.
- Program certificate to display.
- Recognition by City Council and Environmental Advisory Commission in Summer 2026. This is optional to attend.
- The first 20 awardees to apply will earn a FREE Sustainable IGH yard sign.
- Special recognition award: One resident and one business may be selected annually by the Environmental Advisory Commission and City Council to earn special recognition and an award plaque for demonstrating significant achievements.
Questions?
Call 651-604-8511.