Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I enter?
- Can I enter the same project in more than one award category?
- Does my project have to be 'new'?
- I entered my project in last year's Awards. Can I re-enter it this year?
- What are the selection criteria?
- Who judges the Awards and what is the procedure?
- Does my project need to be completed?
How do I enter?
The entry form is on the department website www.epa.qld.gov.au/siawards. All entries must be submitted online via this web site.
Once you have selected a category, you will be asked to complete three generic selection criteria and then two or three specific criteria related to the category you have selected.
All of the selection criteria must be answered to validate your entry.
All entries must be received at the department by close of business on Friday 27 February 2009.
Can I enter the same project in more than one award category?
Yes. For example, a project entered in the Industrial Eco-efficiency Award may also be deemed by the submitter to be a contender for the ClimateSmart Leadership Award.
A separate entry form needs to be completed for each Award category in which a project is entered.
Does my project have to be 'new'?
It is a requirement that entries must demonstrate that an initiative, activity or business practice is either ongoing or has been undertaken between 1 April 2008 and February 27 2009. This means that any of these activities, whether newly developed or implemented prior to 2009, are suitable if they occurred during this time.
I entered my project in last year's Awards. Can I re-enter it this year?
Yes, so long as the activity was ongoing or undertaken between 1 April 2008 and February 27 2009.
What are the selection criteria?
The selection criteria are available in the information brochure, or on the department website. You will be expected to provide statements addressing generic and category-specific criteria (150 - 200 words each). If you are submitting your project in more than one Award category, you will be expected to address the criteria for each Award with relevant responses.
Who judges the Awards and what is the procedure?
The department will examine each submission and create a shortlist of "highly recommended" candidates. The judging panel, which consists of the department senior management and independent industry representatives, will then assess each of the highly recommended submissions to determine finalists and winners.
To finalise their decision, judges may wish to conduct a site inspection at a time and date to be arranged with the entrant. The decision to undertake, or not to undertake, a site inspection is for information purposes only and in no way indicates preference or otherwise for a submission.
The decision of the judging panel is final and will not be subject to challenge by any entrant.
Does my project need to be completed?
Yes, all projects need to be completed by 27 February 2009. If your project is not completed by this time, you are encouraged to submit an application in following years when your project is completed. However, you can nominate for an Award if your nomination is based on the built-in sustainability features and practices used during the construction of the project.
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Last updated: 15 May 2009