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2012 National Awards for Smart Growth Achievement

While communities use smart growth strategies for many reasons–to improve quality of life, to attract new businesses and residents, to use taxpayer money more efficiently, and to take advantage of previous investments in infrastructure–protecting the environment is often one of their main goals.

EPA created the National Award for Smart Growth Achievement in 2002 to recognize exceptional approaches to development that respect the environment, foster economic vitality, enhance quality of life, and provide new opportunities for disadvantaged communities. Over the past 11 years, EPA has received 809 applications from 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. This year, EPA received 47 applications from 25 states.

Full Story: http://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/awards/sg_awards_publication_2012.htm#about_award

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