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The Richard Beatty Mellon Environmental Stewardship Award honors individuals or organizations that have substantially contributed to pollution abatement in any area related to environmental protection and the objectives of the Association. This includes contributions of a civic nature across administrative, legislative, or judicial efforts. Eligibility for the award requires a demonstrated, prolonged, and selfless commitment to advancing air pollution control, waste management, and overall environmental betterment. The award values sincere efforts to foster interest or acceptance of environmental preservation causes, without restricting the scope of eligible endeavors. This grant program is open to members and non-members of the Association alike, underlining its broad aim to encourage widespread actions towards environmental stewardship.