Awards and Recognition

Ocean Discovery Institute received the Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring. We have also received the following recognition:

Awards

  • SDG&E Energy Champions (2019)
  • UL Innovative Education Award (2018)
  • Ernest F. Hollings Ocean Awareness Award (2018)
  • San Diego Unified School District Climate Action Partner of the Year (2018)
  • LEAD San Diego Visionary Award Honoree (2017)
  • CNN Hero Award Recognition (2016)
  • California Society for Ecological Restoration (SERCAL) President’s Award (2015)
  • KPBS and Union Bank Women’s History Month Local Hero Award (2015)
  • American Planning Association Award for Outstanding Planning in Grassroots Initiative Planning (2013)
  • CBS Earth 8 Eco Ambassador Award (2012)
  • Presidential Award for Excellence in Science Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (2011)
  • World Wildlife Fund International Smart Gear Award, Runner Up (2011)
  • QuikScience Ocean Science Leadership Award (2011)
  • Wetlands Recovery Program Community Stewardship Award (2011)
  • Sunset Magazine’s Coastal Heroes Award (2010) Maritime Alliance Education Outreach Award (2010)
  • Western Society of Naturalists’ Naturalist of the Year Award (2010)
  • Bank of America Neighborhood Excellence Initiative, Neighborhood Builder Award (2008)
  • Sea World/Busch Gardens Environmental Excellence Award (2008 and 2005)