To recognize outstanding efforts of an individual, group, firm, or agency toward improvement of air quality in Alabama. To recognize outstanding achievement in the field of soil resource conservation, including watershed development and use planning. For an individual, group, firm or agency which has demonstrated outstanding leadership in management of forest resources. Fish and wildlife consideration must have been a major component in the recognized effort. For outstanding contribution to water resource conservation, whether surface water, ground water or wetlands.
Efforts focusing on protection and improvement of water quality are especially important.
To recognize private individuals, professionals, clubs, firms or agency staff whose outstanding wildlife resource conservation efforts demonstrate commitment and leadership. For outstanding contribution by a professional or volunteer, classroom teacher or scout troop leader, firm, or organization to conservation education, whether in the classroom or by other means. The scope of the effort and its effectiveness are of major consideration. For outstanding achievement by a youth, having not reached the age of 19 at the time of nomination, in resource conservation. Efforts in the field of public awareness, communication and education are also eligible for recognition.