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Esri Celebrates Outstanding Applications of Geographic Technology

More than 170 Organizations Recognized for Innovative Maps and Apps

Redlands, California—July 17, 2014—Esri celebrated more than 170 organizations during the Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Awards ceremony yesterday at the Esri User Conference (Esri UC) in San Diego, California. The SAG Awards highlight users that have shown vision, leadership, hard work, and innovation in their use of Esri's geographic information system (GIS) technology.

"Every day, people and organizations are improving our world and driving change through geospatial technology," says Esri president Jack Dangermond. "We are humbled by their passion and deeply appreciative of their tireless work. It's an honor for us to recognize their efforts and it's something that I personally look forward to every year."

Organizations from around the world honored at the Esri UC span industries including environmental management, education, government, health and human services, natural resources, nonprofits, telecommunications, transportation, and utilities.

The SAG Awards ceremony was held at the San Diego Convention Center on July 16, 2014. For more information about the 2014 Special Achievement in GIS Award winners, including project information and photos, visit esri.com/sag.

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