CEC Awards and Recognition
For 50 years, CEC has stood out as an environmental leader. Today we are committed to rapid and equitable solutions to the climate crisis. Here we share some of the accolades we have received in recent years in recognition of our work.
Candid Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency
The Platinum Seal of Transparency is the highest level of recognition offered by Candid GuideStar, the world's largest source of nonprofit information. Learn more.
2022 Congressional Woman of the Year Award
CEO/Executive Director Sigrid Wright honored with this prestigious award by Congressmember Salud Carbajal for her 25 years of trailblazing leadership on climate action and environmental stewardship. Learn more.
2020 California Nonprofit of the Year Award
Assemblywoman Monique Limón selected CEC as a 2020 California Nonprofit of the Year for excellence in environmental leadership and collaboration. Learn more.
2020 Spirit of Service Climate Hero Award
The City of Santa Barbara honored CEC with a Spirit of Service Award in the Climate Hero category for demonstrating a long-standing and sustained commitment to bold climate action and to the long term resilience of the Santa Barbara community. Learn more.
2020 Local Hero Award - Julia Blanton
The Santa Barbara Independent named CEC’s Food Rescue Program Coordinator Julia Blanton a 2020 Local Hero for her efforts to rapidly expand food rescue efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. Learn more.
1% for the Planet Environmental Partner
1% for the Planet-approved Environmental Partners are carefully vetted environmental organizations that work to advocate, conserve, steward, educate and activate to create a healthy, vibrant future for our planet within six core issue areas: climate, food, land, pollution, water, and wildlife. Learn more.
