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Champions of the Earth Award

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Ms. Supriya Sahu, the Additional Chief Secretary of the Department of Environment, Climate Change and Forests, Government of Tamil Nadu, has been awarded the UN Environment Programme’s (UNEP) Champions of the Earth Award 2025 for her leadership in environmental governance.

About the Champions of the Earth Award

The Champions of the Earth Award was instituted in 2005 by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
It is the
highest environmental honour of the United Nations, recognising individuals and organisations that have made exceptional contributions to environmental protection and sustainable development.

Purpose of the Award

The award aims to honour global leaders who provide innovative and scalable solutions to address the triple planetary crisis, namely:

  • Climate change

  • Biodiversity and nature loss

  • Pollution and waste

Categories of the Award

Policy Leadership

This category recognises public officials and policymakers who lead national or international environmental action and shape policies for sustainable development.

Inspiration and Action

This category honours individuals or groups who inspire behavioural change and mobilise communities through bold environmental initiatives.

Entrepreneurial Vision

This category acknowledges entrepreneurs and innovators who develop clean technologies and sustainable business models to protect the environment.

Science and Innovation

This category celebrates scientists and technologists whose research and innovation result in significant environmental benefits.

Significance of the Award

The Champions of the Earth Award highlights best global practices in environmental leadership and promotes policy innovation, scientific advancement, and community-driven solutions


 

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