The President’s Award was established to recognize individuals at member or partner organizations who have demonstrated leadership in community outreach, conservation education and environmental stewardship. Our recipients demonstrate leadership attributes and an innovative strategic vision to building conservation programs within economically viable, sustainable communities.

International Habitat Conservation
Award for Rehabilitation Work

Bamburi Cement Company has been awarded a coveted Wildlife Habitat Council International Habitat Conservation Award for rehabilitation works at its Mombasa Quarries in Kenya. Bamburi Cement’s Mombasa Quarries are the first WHC certified programme on the African continent. The employees and volunteers at Bamburi Cement's Mombasa Quarries further distinguished themselves by winning the President’s Award.

"We are extremely proud to be recognized by the Wildlife Habitat Council for this prestigious award," said Bamburi Cement Managing Director Michel Puchercos. "Restoration practices conducted at the Mombasa site promote the conservation of rare and endangered species and habitats, while enhancing the economic status of the community by providing employment opportunities," Michel added. 

The site has planted over 350 species of coastal indigenous plants, approximately 30 of which are listed on the IUCN Red Data List as rare or endangered species. The Forest Trails were created by designing and re-contouring the landscape into shape, in an effort to conserve local habitat and provide a natural recreation area for employees and the community. Part of the Forest Trails is a butterfly conservation facility that breeds and raises butterflies and educates visitors about the values of invertebrates. 

In addition to the many native plant species found in the Forest Trails, the site also provides space for orphaned large animals such as hippopotamus, giraffe and buffalo among others in a designated nature park called Haller Park. The primary goal of the site is to create an environment rich in the unique biodiversity of the Kenya coast, complete with self-sustaining ecological functions. 

left to right: Michel Picard, V. P. Environment, Lafarge, Dr. Paula Kahumbu, General Manager, Bamburi Cement Ltd. and Bob Johnson, WHC President.

Waste Management Wins First-Ever Corporate President's Award

Waste Management, Inc. received the Wildlife Habitat Council’s President's Award based on the company's wildlife habitat management and environmental education programs at 16 landfill sites across North America. This year marks the first time that an organization has received the award; the previous four winners have been individuals.

"We are very honored to receive this award from the Wildlife Habitat Council," said Waste Management CEO David Steiner. "Waste Management is a leader in environmental stewardship, and our 50,000 employees prove that every day. I am proud of the work they do to protect the environment and to educate our communities about conservation programs and appreciate the Wildlife Habitat Council's recognition of those efforts."

Bob Johnson, WHC President, presents the President's Award to Debbie Figueras-Cano, WM Community Relations Specialist.

WHC previously honored these outstanding individuals with the President's Award:

Robert H. Wayland III
Director
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Office of Wetlands, Oceans, and Watersheds

Andrew G. Acho
Worldwide Director of Environmental Outreach & Strategy
Ford Motor Company

Linda M. Casey
Sr. Health Environment & Safety Professional
Marathon Ashland Petroleum LLC

Christiane Wilczura
Manager of Community Affairs
GATX Corporation

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