This award honors one consortium nationally each year for their programming and outreach to create and build awareness for energy careers within the state or region, support for members within the area, and involvement in CEWD supportedprograms. Entries were evaluated on evidence of dedication to creating awareness of careers in energy while exhibiting strength in community, collaboration, and partnership through the state or region represented by the consortia. Demonstration of thoughtful, impactful, and intentional strategic initiatives accomplishments was the threshold for the award.