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Candidates

From scientists to communicators, sustainable business leaders to social justice advocates, candidates represent the full spectrum of answers to environmental concerns.

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Natasha Allen

Bringing solar sower to Myanmar with mini-grids

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Sweta Chakraborty

Championing behavioral and communications solutions to the climate crisis

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Lucia Coulter

Protecting African children from lead poisoning

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Mary Creasman

Disrupting politics and revolutionizing climate leadership in California 

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Resson Kantai Duff

Shifting conservation paradigms in Kenya to safeguard human relations with wildlife 

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Maria Carolina Fujihara

Software solutions to cut carbon emissions in manufacturing

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Caleb Kruse

Using artificial intelligence and satellites to analyze vast environmental data

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Vianey Moreno

Revitalizing humanity's passion for the outdoors through environmental stewardship

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Olugbenga Olubanjo

Inventing clean, efficient and affordable solar energy capsules for Nigerian communities

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Jack Pan

Using deep learning algorithms to explore Antarctica's complex ecosystems

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André Sanchez

Reconnecting California Latino and Indigenous communities with nature

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Aminath Shauna

Environmental Minister building climate resilience in the Maldives

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Kelly Trott

Expediting water purification with strategic entrepreneurial investments

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Neil Vora

Combating animal-to-human diseases and environmental destruction

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Tiana Williams-Claussen

Restoring California's biodiversity and indigenous sovereignty to Yurok Tribe

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