CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — Two Illinois environmental advocates were recognized with an inaugural award by Prairie Rivers Network (PRN).
PRN debuted its inaugural Hannon Seeds of Change Award, which is given to Illinois organizers who "expertly turn those around them into environmentalists."
The recipients of the award were Pam and Lan Richart, co-founders of Eco-Justice Collaborative based in Champaign. They have collaborated with PRN on several projects, including advocating for the legislation protecting the Mahomet Aquifer.
"I cannot think of more appropriate recipients of an award that recognizes outstanding organizing and leadership," said PRN Director of Climate Policy Andrew Rehn. "This power couple seems to accomplish everything they make their goal, and they do this by organizing, building a movement, and creating leaders out of everyday folks, just as Bruce Hannon did."
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