Louisiana lieutenant governor receives 2021 Recycling Impact Award

Louisiana lieutenant governor receives 2021 Recycling Impact Award
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The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), Washington, along with the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) have presented Louisiana Lt. Gov. William “Billy” Nungesser with the 2021 Recycling Impact Award. ISRI and NLGA present the award annually to an NLGA member who is committed to working within a state, region and/or communities to positively affect resource conservation and recycling.

The award was presented to Lt. Gov. Nungesser Aug. 25-27 during the NLGA Annual Meeting in Point Clear, Alabama. This is the second time ISRI and NLGA have presented the award. NLGA Executive Director Julia Hurst says the award recognizes established and up-and-coming leaders who are committed to tackling current and future challenges.

According to a news release from ISRI on this year’s award, Lt. Gov. Nungesser has had numerous accomplishments and received dozens of awards throughout his life in public service. Since taking office in 2016, Nungesser and his team have guided Louisiana to record-breaking tourism numbers in each of the four years before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to taking office, several Louisiana state parks had been slated to close, but Nungesser has ensured that the parks remain open and remain profitable.

Lt. Gov. Nungesser says he believes recycling and environmental conservation efforts “are key to the health and vitality of Louisiana communities.” He adds, “The recycling industry creates jobs for Louisianans, with an economic impact of $1.3 billion in our state. I’m proud to support efforts that make Louisiana a destination to live, work and visit.”

ISRI President Robin Wiener adds that Lt. Gov. Nungesser serves as an advocate for businesses throughout Louisiana. “He is a champion for the state of Louisiana’s recycling, conservation and beautification efforts,” she says. “ISRI members in Louisiana know that if they need something, Mr. Nungesser is there. We congratulate Louisiana Lt. Gov. Nungesser on being named the recipient of the 2021 NLGA Recycling Impact Award.”

“As a champion for the environment and business, Lt. Governor Nungesser attended the ISRI2017 Convention and Exposition in New Orleans, touring the exhibit hall,” says Alton Schaubhut, CMC Recycling marketing manager and second vice president of ISRI’s Gulf Coast regional chapter, who presented Nungesser with the Recycling Impact Award. “The lieutenant governor followed that visit with a meeting with all Louisiana recyclers to learn how his office could help recycling businesses in the state. Since then, Mr. Nungesser has continued to stay in touch with local recyclers, supporting local businesses and providing jobs that directly impact the local economy for the better. We salute Lt. Gov. Nungesser and thank him for all he’s done and will continue to do for the betterment of the recycling industry in the state of Louisiana.”

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Source: Recycling Today
Louisiana lieutenant governor receives 2021 Recycling Impact Award
<![CDATA[The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI), Washington, along with the National Lieutenant Governors Association (NLGA) have presented Louisiana Lt. Gov. William “Billy” Nungesser with the 2021 Recycling Impact Award. ISRI and NLGA present the award annually to an NLGA member who is committed to working within a state, region and/or communities to positively affect resource conservation and recycling.The award was presented to Lt. Gov. Nungesser Aug. 25-27 during the NLGA Annual Meeting in Point Clear, Alabama. This is the second time ISRI and NLGA have presented the award. NLGA Executive Director Julia Hurst says the award recognizes established and up-and-coming leaders who are committed to tackling current and future challenges. According to a news release from ISRI on this year’s award, Lt. Gov. Nungesser has had numerous accomplishments and received dozens of awards throughout his life in public service. Since taking office in 2016, Nungesser and his team have guided Louisiana to record-breaking tourism numbers in each of the four years before the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to taking office, several Louisiana state parks had been slated to close, but Nungesser has ensured that the parks remain open and remain profitable. Lt. Gov. Nungesser says he believes…