Ali Hanson
I am an influencer, and I’m a CEC Climate Steward.
“Becoming a Climate Steward gave me facts to stand on and the tools to talk about them. I’ll always be an ambassador for this program. It’s approachable for anyone, no matter where they are on their climate journey, and it gave me both the confidence and the community to keep making an impact.”
About Cydney
A Carpinteria resident and self-described "forever student," Ali Hanson had always been an environmentally aware consumer, but she wanted to better understand the systems behind the choices she was making. After connecting with the Community Environmental Council (CEC) through community events and learning about Climate Stewards, enrolling in the program felt like a natural next step.
The course transformed Ali’s concern about the climate crisis into a deeper understanding grounded in science, giving her the confidence to speak about climate issues with clarity and credibility.
For her Stewardship Project, Ali created an educational initiative focused on conscious living, sustainable swaps, and proper waste disposal for everyday consumers. She recognized that many people want to make environmentally responsible choices, but often lack a clear understanding of how local waste systems work. Her project set out to bridge that gap through practical, accessible education.
That project became the foundation for The Mindful Edit, a platform that helps busy people build more intentional, sustainable lives through approachable resources and everyday actions. Ali also founded Civic & Soil, a consulting business helping hospitality brands reduce waste and improve operational and communication practices in service of a healthier community and planet. What began as one Climate Stewardship Project has grown into two mission-driven ventures that empower individuals and businesses to be part of the climate solution.
Ali has remained engaged with CEC as a Climate Stewards teaching assistant for the Spring 2026 cohort. That experience allowed her to support and learn from a new group of changemakers, reinforcing her belief that surrounding yourself with like-minded people is essential to sustaining climate work.
