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The Air & Waste Management Association’s Honors & Awards Program annually recognizes individuals and companies for outstanding contributions to promoting a clean environment at its Annual Conference and Exhibition. The awards aim to inspire environmental professionals to serve as models for emulation, aligning with the Association's mission and objectives. Specifically, the award acknowledges exceptional achievements in waste management, including technological advancements, effective management, prevention, regulation of wastes, and distinguished efforts in education within the waste management field. The Richard I. Stessel Award, named after Professor Richard I. Stessel, honors those who have contributed to the advancement of greener, energy-efficient, and integrated engineering solutions in solid and hazardous waste management. The award is open to members and nonmembers of the Association, as well as agencies.