“I am because we are.”
These words—drawn from a South African philosophy emphasizing the deep interdependence of community—set the tone for the recent Climate Champions awards. Newly named honoree Charlie Hunsicker used the phrase to capture a truth that felt especially fitting for the eclectic crowd gathered in the room.
Country club representatives sat side-by-side with sustainability activists. Conservationists mingled with architects, government leaders and nonprofit organizers. The audience was a cross-section of our region, all gathered to celebrate this year’s Climate Adaptation Center Climate Champions…