Ian Anderson is Solano County’s 2024 Climate Crisis Champion. Photo courtesy of Office of Rep. Mike Thompson

SOLANO COUNTY, CA (MPG) – In a ceremony on April 14, Rep. Mike Thompson (CA-04) recognized Ian Anderson as Solano County’s 2024 Climate Crisis Champion.

“Mr. Anderson is a champion for maintaining agricultural land to preserve our local history and combat the effects of the climate crisis,” said Thompson. “Mr. Anderson has a 25-year membership with the Solano Land Trust, serving at times as the President and Chair of its Agricultural Conservation Committee. Mr. Anderson has shown creativity and commitment to involving his community in his work, both by organizing the beloved annual ‘Pumpkin Patch’ fall festival and creating art using found and reused materials.

"His dedication to ensuring that everyone understands the value and positive environmental impact of preserving agricultural lands is incredible, and I’m proud to recognize all that Mr. Anderson has accomplished.”

Rep. Thompson was honored to award this year’s Climate Crisis Champions across each of the five counties in the 4th District: Lake, Napa, Solano, Sonoma, and Yolo.

Champions are selected for their significant efforts to combat the ongoing climate crisis and protect the environment at home in their community. Through their advocacy, Champions are helping to build a more sustainable future for all.

A complete list of 2024 winners include Clay Shannon (Lake), Napa Schools for Climate Action (Napa), Ian Anderson (Solano), Dr. Lisa Micheli (Sonoma), and Maria Contreras Tebbutt (Yolo).