Boston Green Awards recognize achievements in the City's residential, business, and sustainable food sectors. Residential Awards recognize residents and residential organizations in Boston that are committed to sustainable living. Winners in this category demonstrate exemplary sustainable practices in their homes and communities. Business Awards recognize extraordinary performance related to sustainable environmental practices. The Sustainable Food Leadership Awards, started by Mayor Thomas M. Menino in 2011, recognize efforts by businesses that work to provide the freshest, local food in the most sustainable manner.

