Impact Points: SDG NEWS RISING STAR: In our latest Rising Star feature, we celebrate the accomplishments of Angelica Wright, a pivotal figure at the Tribal Solar Accelerator Fund, a branch of GRID Alternatives based in Oakland, California. At just 26, Wright has significantly advanced the cause of energy sovereignty for
Impact Points: SDG NEWS RISING STAR: In this week’s feature, we spotlight a visionary who is transforming public health through technology. Rainier Mallol, a 25-year-old trailblazer from the Dominican Republic, has not only co-founded AIME — Artificial Intelligence in Medical Epidemiology — but also steered it into a global force
Key Impact Points: SDG NEWS RISING STAR: Leow Hui Min, a Senior Analyst in the Workforce Planning Branch of EMA’s Energy Capabilities Development Department, is making waves in reshaping the energy sector’s image among youths. After starting her career in the tech sector, she joined Energy Market Authority (EMA) in
RISING STAR: Reene Smith’s journey from the pristine beaches of Grenada to the forefront of marine conservation epitomizes dedication and passion for the ocean. Featured in the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development’s Youth for the SDGs profiles, Reene stands out for her exceptional commitment to preserving marine ecosystems.
Empowering Youth for a Plastic-Free Future Dyson Chee, an 18-year-old youth activist from Oahu, is making waves in the fight against plastic pollution. As the founder of Project O.C.E.A.N. Hawai’i, Dyson played a pivotal role in the implementation of Bill 40, one of the most stringent single-use plastic bans in
Key Impact Points: Othaniel Thomas: Pioneering Climate Risk Consultant at EY Othaniel Thomas has been selected as this week’s rising star for his remarkable contributions to climate risk modeling and sustainability. Currently serving as a Senior Consultant at EY’s Climate Change and Sustainability Services in Toronto, Othaniel has earned recognition
Meet Navishka Pandit:
Assistant Manager at EOS at Federated Hermes. Navishka leads engagement with directors and senior executives across financial services, technology, and healthcare sectors, managing $1.8 trillion in assets for 60+ institutional investors. Her expertise spans climate in financial services, human capital management, and responsible AI deployment.
Key Impact Points: “I am working every day to become a leader of climate action and elicit positive impact and change.” This mission statement from Asia Salazar encapsulates her dedication and drive as a RAY Clean Energy fellow at RMI’s Center for Climate-Aligned Finance. At RMI, Asia supports the Greenhouse
Key Impact Points: Sarah Reice, 27, Sustainability Manager at Anthropologie in Philadelphia is making waves in the fashion industry. Named one of GreenBiz’s 30-under-30 Rising Stars Fighting Climate Change, Reice led the launch of Anthropologie’s new collection featuring natural dyes and cotton sourced from regenerative farms. This innovative line includes
Dr. Hyginus ‘Gene’ Leon, who is spearheading the creation of the Development Bank for Resilient Prosperity (DBRP), brings a wealth of experience and a visionary outlook to the new Development Bank . With over 30 years in economic development, including a notable tenure as the President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Dr. Leon is leading the stakeholder group who is helping support and launch the DBRP in addressing the critical transition finance needs of Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
“We need change, and the DBRP will be designed to address the structural challenges that SIDS uniquely face, while complementing existing institutions with innovative financial mechanisms such as leveraging Nature Based Assets as Real World Assets (RWAs) that leverage the inherent resource value of island nations.” Dr Leon was quoted, marking a leadership style focused on innovation. He has laid out a strategic vision aimed at re-imagining sustainability, re-balancing systemic integrity, and changing the narrative on sustainable development financing globally.
