Introduced in 2017, the Green Medal Sustainability Award recognizes the accomplishments of individuals or allied organizations working to address wise and respectful use of the land. Self-nominations are welcome.

| Award Recipient | Year Honored |
|---|---|
| Native American Seed | 2024 |
| Doug Tallamay | 2023 |
| LaTasha Powell | 2022 |
| Leah Penniman | 2021 |
| Carl Smith | 2020 |
| Lois de Vries | 2019 |
| Pamela Berstler | 2018 |
| Paul Tukey | 2017 |
