Youth Environmental Science Medal

The Youth Environmental Science (YES) Medal is presented annually in recognition of a significant contribution to youth learning as citizen environmental scientists.

The Medal is presented to the recipient at an appropriate science, education, or environmental conference and is accompanied by a $10,000 grant to an organization of the recipient’s choosing to further the organization’s work consistent with the objectives of YLACES.

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2020 Recipient: David Padgett

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2019 Recipient: Maura Duffy

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2018 Recipient: Tom Ackerman

2016/2017 Recipient: Esri

2015 Recipient: Rick Bonney

2014 Recipient: Dr. Barrett N. Rock

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