Did you know that recycling one aluminum can saves enough energy to run a TV for three hours? This is one of many ways to be kind to the earth, and we want to hear about yours. Business NH Magazine is now accepting applications for the 5th annual Lean & Green awards to honor businesses whose practices are good for the environment and the bottom line.

Awards will be given in three categories:

1. Sustainability Champion, to highlight businesses with sound environmental practices;

2. Product Award, to highlight a product or service that helps other businesses be more environmentally friendly;

3. Green Building award, which honors a new or remodeled building built in the last two years with environmental sustainability in mind.

Applications are due April 20 and will only be accepted via email. To download the application, visit www.businessNHmagazine .com and click on the competitions button.