2009 Environmental AwardsIn January of 2009 during Inaugural week, Rob was honored by Planet Green and the Water Council of Brazil with the "One Degree Less" award for his involvement in the Water Innovation Now (WIN) contest, which challenged 500,000 kids to develop innovative ways to conserve our water as a result of Southern California's water crisis.In April 2009, the Oceana Institute, an organization dedicated to protecting the world's oceans, awarded Rob the "Project Save Our Surf" award for his dedication to environmental activism in Southern California. http://www.oceana.org In 2009, The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) honored Rob with the prestigious title of Waterman of the Year. http://sima.com/ |
2008 Kids for Peace AwardRob was awarded the Kids for Peace, "Peace Hero" award in September 2008 at their 3rd Annual Walk For Peace and Friendship Festival in San Diego, CA. Kids for Peace is a worldwide movement of kids leading the way for positive change and social responsibility in the world.http://www.kidsforpeaceusa.org Kids For Peace Pledge |