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.
Mannat Kaur
3rd PLACE
India faces an acute water crisis. Learn how Mannat Kaur’s low-cost greywater system is saving thousands of liters of water daily, offering a vital solution to the nation's water crisis and promoting sustainable water management.