Everyone likes to be recognized for a job well done, whether it’s passing a difficult test or finally finishing that novel they’ve been working on. In the case of completing a green building project, the reward is inherent in completing the project. Successfully finishing a sustainable construction project can mean everything from economic advantages to improved health for the occupants. Nevertheless, some organizations still recognize the best of the best with annual awards.The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) hosts the National Green Building Awards, “honoring excellence in green residential design, construction practices, and outstanding green advocacy efforts.” The organization recognizes at least two winners for Advocate of the Year, with at least one from the Builder, Remodeler, Individual, Group, and HBA categories and another in State or Local Government. In addition, NAHB names the Green Project(s) of the Year (Single-Family, Remodel, Multi-family) and the Green Site Development of the Year.The American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment has named its Top Ten Green Projects each year since 2007. In 2010, winners included Portland’s TwelveWest mixed-use building, Rhinebeck, NY’s Omega Center for Sustainable Living, and Yale University’s Kroon Hall, which houses the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies.The Washington, D.C.-based Sustainable Buildings Industry Council is the home of the Beyond Green Awards. These honors recognize leaders in both high-performance building construction and renovation and high-performance initiatives, including policy, educational, and consumer awareness programs. Don’t forget about the U.S. Green Building Council’s Excellence in Green Building Education Awards, either. These awards from the developer of the LEED building standard honor educational programs that pass green building practices on to the next generation.