Impact Points: Introduction Ms. Talei Cavu is a rising star in the realm of ocean management, representing a new generation of Pacific Islanders poised to take a proactive role in preserving and understanding their region’s critical marine environments. As an Ocean Officer in the Climate Change Division of the Fiji
Youth Day 2024 Theme: From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development In celebration of International Youth Day 2024, we recognize the pivotal role young people play in driving digital innovation and sustainable development. The theme, “From Clicks to Progress: Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable Development,” underscores the
Impact Points: Introduction Jennifer Countess Von Walderdorff stands at the forefront of the fashion merchandising and retail industry, championing a sustainable approach that marries style with environmental consciousness. Raised in New Cross Gate, southeast London, her vibrant Nigerian heritage and a passion for fashion and numbers have propelled her into
Impact Points: Introduction SDG News Rising Star: Charles Orgbon III is not just any sustainability consultant; he’s a visionary whose commitment to environmental advocacy started when he was just a child. Today, he blends his passion for sustainability with his role at Ernst & Young (EY), where he shapes major
Key Impact Points: Resilient Leadership in the Face of Adversity Lorenzo Sanford, at 26 years old, stands as the youngest Chief in the history of the Kalinago people, embodying the resilience and urgency of his community in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. His election came in the wake of devastation,
Key Impact Points: Brennan Spellacy, a visionary chemical engineer, is shaping the future of carbon reduction technology. Recognized as an honoree of the Forbes 30 Under 30 2024 Energy list, Brennan Spellacy co-founded Patch, a platform that is revolutionizing how companies approach and manage their carbon emissions. A Holistic Approach
Key Impact Points: Rising Star in Fashion SDG NEWS RISING STAR: Peabo Sampson, a name now synonymous with innovation and sustainability in the fashion industry, continues to captivate and inspire with his unique design philosophy. The young Barbadian designer, first runner-up in the celebrated Caribbean fashion designer challenge, “Mission Catwalk,”
Key Impact Points: This week, we spotlight Charitie Ropati, a remarkable Yup’ik and Samoan activist whose contributions to environmental advocacy and education have earned her the prestigious WWF-US Conservation Leadership Award for 2023. Her work exemplifies a profound commitment to integrating Indigenous knowledge within contemporary environmental and educational frameworks. Educational
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
