The John B. Oakes Award for Distinguished Environmental Journalism is given annually to the author of a single newspaper or magazine article, or single-topic series, that makes an exceptional contribution to public understanding of contemporary environmental issues. Entries must be initially published in the United States. First-place winner receives a $5,000 prize; second and third-place winners receive $1,000 each. The Oakes Award is funded by an endowment donated by friends and family of John B. Oakes. Entries are judged by an independent committee of journalists and environmental specialists. For a list of judges, visit website. Deadline is January 31, 2013.

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