Guidelines

The Pennine Lancashire Sustainable Stars aims to recognise examples of sustainability in the built environment across Pennine Lancashire. Entry is free.

Only projects within the Pennine Lancashire area will be considered. This includes Hydburn, Rossendale, Blackburn with Darwen, Burnley, Pendle and the Ribble Valley.

You can enter your projects if they are in the inception stages, continuing development or completed.

The judges are looking for projects that promote sustainability and environmental considerations in their construction and development - this could include building homes with renewable energy features, or creating a community garden.

The programme is divided into categories. When entering your project please ensure that you clearly indicate which Sustainable Star category you wish to be considered for.

If your project is chosen as a Sustainable Star, it will be included in a publication and promoted at the Sustainable Way conference in October. Your project will also be used as a case study on the Constructing the Future: Sustainable Stars website and promoted in the local and regional press. Please note that this will require a short interview which will be arranged at your convenience.

The judges decision is final and no cash alternative will be made.

Top Tips for a Sustainable Star

The judges want to see how your project has met their entry criteria. Make sure you explain what it is that makes your project suitable.

Try to answer all the questions. It doesn't matter if your answers are short, even bullet points can get your message across.

Don't rush your application. Discuss the answers with colleagues or friends and if possible get another person to read through the application form before you send it.

Photographs and illustrations can help your application. If possible include a quote or endorsement for your project from a customer, a member of the community or one of your stakeholders.