Clean Wisconsin was proud to sponsor this year’s African American Environmental Pioneer Awards, hosted at the Ivy House in downtown Milwaukee on February 19. The fifth annual award AAEPA ceremony honored members of the Milwaukee African American community for their leadership in environmental work.
From advocates to scientists and entrepreneurs, Black environmental leaders have pioneered solutions for sustainable development and environmental justice across Wisconsin, the country, and the world.
A big congratulations to the 2024 Honor Roll:
PIONEER AWARDEES
Damien Debuhr Groundwork MKE
CaBeatrice Hart Alice’s Garden, Rural Urban Flow, Mystic Phoenix Art
Grian Hollies-Maxwell Groundwork MKE & Maxwell Farms
Sandra Jones Victory Garden Initiative
Mia Noel WI DNR Havenwoods
RISING STAR AWARDEES
Alexander Hagler Kuumba Juice & Coffee & Nearby Nature
Mitchelle Lyle Hydroponics STEM Program
Darrin Madison WI State Rep, Assembly District 10
Hassan Richardson UWM undergrad researcher, Conservation & Environmental Science
