ECO-HERO AWARD WINNERS
Josue Arias Calderon
3rd PLACE
Josué Arias Calderón, age 11 from Bogotá, Colombia, is a passionate defender of high-mountain ecosystems. Through social media videos and restoration campaigns, he educates and inspires thousands to protect vital páramos and glaciers, ensuring water for 85% of Colombians.
Elvia Gómez Troya
HONORABLE MENTION
Elvia Gómez Troya, 13, from Egüés, Navarra, Spain, is "Elvia the Tracker," inspiring global conservation. Through her popular Instagram, published book, and direct anti-poaching efforts in Zambia, she shares a profound love for wildlife, educating thousands and fostering respect for nature.
Ananya & Shyam Manikandan
FINALIST
Ananya and Shyam Manikandan, a brother-sister duo from the UAE, champion sustainable living through an innovative blend of short films, music, and community action, inspiring thousands to reduce waste and protect the planet.