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Conservationists and activists who have dedicated their lives to preserving the environment for future generations.

Adarsha Shivakumar and Apoorva Rangan Project Jatropha Picture of Adarsha Shivakumar and Apoorva Rangan Project Jatropha Adarsha Shivakumar and Apoorva Rangan Project Jatropha started the nonprofit Project Jatropha which is an alternative to fossil fuel.
Alexandra Cousteau Picture of Alexandra Cousteau Alexandra Cousteau is a visionary and trailblazer who pushes the boundaries of discovery, adventure, and global problem solving.
Amazon Frontlines: "Who Should Decide the Future of the Amazon?" Picture of Amazon Frontlines: "Who Should Decide the Future of the Amazon?"
Andrew Cote roams the world to teach the sweet science of beekeeping Picture of Andrew Cote roams the world to teach the sweet science of beekeeping Andrew Coté founded the nonprofit Beekeepers Without Borders to teach beekeeping as a way to fight poverty.
Australian Aborigines Protecting Wetlands <center>Landscapes of Kakadu <br>http://www.deh.gov.au/parks/kakadu/<br>imagegallery/landscapepics.h Australian Aborigines protect the wetlands by working to conserve the environment around them.
Barry Commoner Barry (http://c250.columbia.edu/c250_celebrates/<br>remarkable_columbians/barry_commoner.html) Barry Commoner works to protect the environment and raise awareness about the danger of radio activity.
Behind the scenes with filmmaker Will Parrinello in 'RIGHTS OF NATURE' among the Cofán Picture of Behind the scenes with filmmaker Will Parrinello in 'RIGHTS OF NATURE' among the Cofán In May 2022, two young indigenous Cofán activists from Ecuador were awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize. Will Parrinello went to Ecuador to film them.
Ben Redclay Picture of Ben Redclay Ben Redclay was an earthkeeper whose legacy lives on through his daughter.
Benjamin Kahn Coral and sponges<br>Photo courtesy of Jim Dean Benjamin Kahn involves school children in regrowing coral to help save damaged reefs in the Red Sea.
Bill Roley Picture of Bill Roley Bill Roley taught children in a Mexican orphanage how to work the land.
Buck Brannaman Picture of Buck Brannaman Buck Brannaman is know as "The Horse Whisperer" because of his deep understanding and empathy for horses."
Buck Brannaman (www.brannaman.com)
CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY Picture of CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY CAMPUS CENTER FOR APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY at Humboldt State University.
Caroline Cannon Picture of Caroline Cannon Caroline Cannon is an Inupiat indigenous leader who is a champion for biodiversity in the Arctic Sea.
Chewang Norphel - The Ice Man of India Picture of Chewang Norphel - The Ice Man of India Chewang Norphel, known as "Ice Man," has built artificial glaciers in Ladakh, India, to provide water for the community.
Chibeze Ezekiel : Award Winning Climate Activist Picture of Chibeze Ezekiel : Award Winning Climate Activist
Chico Mendes Chico Mendes working with a rubber tree (Wikipedia Commons (Miranda Smith, Miranda Productions, Inc. Chico Mendes died a martyr defending the rainforests.
Chief Oren Lyons Image courtesy of Fraktali.com Chief Oren Lyons is an internationally venerated advocate for preserving biodiversity.
Coalition helps the Connecticut River become the first National Blueway Picture of Coalition helps the Connecticut River become the first National Blueway Between 40 and 50 local and state entities, both public and private, from four states will work together to preserve the 410-mile-long Connecticut River and its watershed.
Curacao looks at using ocean water for power Picture of Curacao looks at using ocean water for power Curacao, an island nation in the southern Caribbean, may use cold seawater to generate power, taking an innovative step toward clean, local energy.
Dame Jane Goodall: World Expert in Chimpanzees (Early-Reader Edition) Picture of Dame Jane Goodall: World Expert in Chimpanzees (Early-Reader Edition) Dame Jane Goodall is the world's leading expert in chimpanzees. Read this early-reader edition to learn more about this incredible hero.
David Attenborough Picture of David Attenborough
David Nathan Chain Picture of David Nathan Chain David Nathan Chain was killed during a nonviolent protest to save the redwoods.
David Suzuki Picture of David Suzuki David Suzuki is a Canadian environmental activist with a PhD in zoology.
David T. Suzuki A hero in my eyes (Google) David T. Suzuki has been teaching the public about the science of environmentalism for many years.
Dawa Steven Sherpa Picture of Dawa Steven Sherpa Dawa Steven Sherpa works to protect his beloved Himalayan Mountains and villages.
Dayna Reggero Wins Special Award for THE STORY WE WANT Picture of Dayna Reggero Wins Special Award for THE STORY WE WANT Two grassroots environmental activists--moms address fracking and coal ash dumping in Walnut Grove and the state of North Carolina.
Debesai Ghebrehiwet Andegergish Picture of Debesai Ghebrehiwet Andegergish Debesai Ghebrehiwet Andegergish is an environmental crusader in Eritrea.
Denis Hayes Picture of Denis Hayes Denis Hayes founded the Earth Day Network and is a leader in environmental and energy policy.
Dennis Weaver Picture of Dennis Weaver Dennis Weaver was an actor and an advocate for animals and ecologically sustainable living.
Dian Fossey Dian Fossey ( ()) Dian Fossey worked to protect the endangered Mountain Gorilla.
Dr. E.O. Wilson Edward O. Wilson Dr. E.O. Wilson is best known for his studies on the impact that human activity has on the planet.
Dr. John Todd: A Sewer Becomes a Water Park Map of China<br>Photo from www.maps.com Dr. John Todd: A Sewer Becomes a Water Park with floating botanical gardens that are helping restore ecological health.
Dr. Liang Congjie and Friends of Nature Mr. Liang Congjie on the cover of Asia Week (google.com) Dr. Liang Congjie and Friends of Nature: was a voice for China's environment.
Dr. Shirley McGreal Picture of Dr. Shirley McGreal Dr. Shirley McGreal founded the International Primate Protection League.
Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh Picture of Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh Dr. Sue Savage-Rumbaugh is a scientist dedicated to the study and conservation of bonobos.
Dr. Vandana Shiva Picture of Dr. Vandana Shiva Dr. Vandana Shiva works to preserve biodiversity for the planet.
Earthkeeper Hero: Pretoma by Amanda Molinaro Picture of Earthkeeper Hero: Pretoma by Amanda Molinaro PRETOMA works to protect ocean resources in Costa Rica.
Ellen Lee DeGeneres Ellen DeGeneres, is escorted as she runs her leg of the <a href=http://www.viewimages.com/Search.as Ellen Degeneres, born January 26, 1958, is an actress, comedian, and a talk show host.
Emily Hunter Picture of Emily Hunter Emily Hunter is an environmental activist, eco-journalist and filmmaker.
Envirofit <a href=http://www.envirofit.org/>The Envirofit Kit</a> Envirofit retrofits engines to reduce pollution and enhance energy efficiency in developing countries.
Fin Donnelly Picture of Fin Donnelly Fin Donnelly works to keep our rivers and waters clean.
Frances Moore Lappe Picture of Frances Moore Lappe Frances Moore Lappe works to eliminate the injustices that cause hunger.
Frances Moore Lappé’s Diet for a Small Planet Celebrates 50th Anniversary Picture of Frances Moore Lappé’s Diet for a Small Planet Celebrates 50th Anniversary Frances Moore Lappé’s Diet for a Small Planet Celebrates 50th Anniversary with new edition.
Friends of the Sea Lion Picture of Friends of the Sea Lion Friends of the Sea Lion rescue, treat, and release these mammals back into the ocean.
Gaz Oakley – Vegan Chef and Food Hero Picture of Gaz Oakley – Vegan Chef and Food Hero Gaz Oakley, known as the Avant-Garde Vegan, is a vegan chef and cookbook author from Cardiff, Wales.
Gerald Durrell Picture of Gerald Durrell Gerald Durrell established the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust for endangered species.
Gisela Motta and Leandro Lima Picture of Gisela Motta and Leandro Lima Gisela Motta and Leandro Lima use art, science and technology to show us the past, present and possible future of our environment.
Global Youth Climate Movement Picture of Global Youth Climate Movement Slater Jewell-Kemker interviews inspiring young activists from the Global Youth Climate Movement and US Youth for Sustainable Development.
Goldman Environmental Prize Wins MY HERO Media Award Picture of Goldman Environmental Prize Wins MY HERO Media Award Goldman Environmental Prize is awarded Media Award at the MY HERO 17th Annual Film Festival
GoodGuide and others use technology to help turn consumers green Environmental activists dressed as what they called 'toxic beauties' protest against unsafe cosmetic GoodGuide and a host of companies and nonprofits are using technology – from smartphones to social networking – to make it easier for consumers to choose environmentally friendly products.
Green roofs in Nairobi save energy, water Picture of Green roofs in Nairobi save energy, water Kenyan architects are designing buildings with green roofs covered in vegetation to cool their interiors, conserve energy and water, and help curb greenhouse-gas emissions.
Greenpeace The crew of the founding voyage<br>(http://www.greenpeace.org/<br>international/about/<br>history/fo Greenpeace works globally to save the environment.
Greta Thunberg Picture of Greta Thunberg On the first day, Greta Thunberg, a climate activist with Asperger's, protested outside of Swedish Parliament alone. Now, she's leading 1.5 million students globally.
Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Cleanup Team http://www.flickr.com/photos/19378856@N04/2037098785/sizes/m/in/photostream/ (marinephotobank) Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill Cleanup Team work hard to return the Gulf to a healthy state.
Harrison Ford Picture of Harrison Ford Harrison Ford is an actor, humanitarian and ardent conservationist.
Hayrettin Karaca Hayrettin Karaca (album.comu.edu.tr) In Turkey, Hayrettin Karaca is known as Grandfather Earth for making our planet brighter, greener and better for future generations.
Heat-absorbing ceramic stoves cut fuel use Picture of Heat-absorbing ceramic stoves cut fuel use In Malawi, a new kind of cooking stove made from local materials requires much less fuel than traditional stoves, cutting the need for firewood and benefiting families and the environment.
Heather DeWitt Picture of Heather DeWitt Heather DeWitt is a devoted conservationist.
Help Mary Save Coral Picture of Help Mary Save Coral Help Mary Save Coral works to repopulate the world's coral.
How One Environmentalist Changed Our World: Jane Goodall Mark Schierbecker / CC BY-SA (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) Jane Goodall is an anthropologist and the leading researcher of chimpanzees.
How renewable energy is rescuing US schools from budget cuts Picture of How renewable energy is rescuing US schools from budget cuts Educators across the country are finding millions of dollars in savings through cheap and simple forms of renewable energy. Since 2003, one school district has cut more than $7 million in energy costs. That equates to 45 teaching positions.
Jack Johnson Picture of Jack Johnson Jack Johnson is a musician who encourages kids to take care of the environment.
Jack Rudloe (http://www.minnesota.publicradio.org/display/web/2010/08/03/oil-spill-ark/) Jack Rudloe works to conserve the ecosystem of the Gulf of Mexico.
Jacques Cousteau Picture of Jacques Cousteau Jacques Cousteau pioneered marine conservation, underwater sea explorer, born 1910
Jaime Lynn Butler Picture of Jaime Lynn Butler Jaime Lynn Butler is the story of a young Navaho artist environmentalist.
James Dilley Picture of James Dilley James Dilley worked to protect open space in Laguna Canyon.
Jason Expedition Disappearing Wetlands Picture of Jason Expedition Disappearing Wetlands "The mission of this JASON Expedition is to work with our host researchers to better understand what wetlands are, why they are disappearing, and how to best manage these ecosystems in Louisiana, in your neighborhood, and around the world."
Jean-Michel Cousteau Picture of Jean-Michel Cousteau Jean-Michel Cousteau is committed to protecting the ocean for future generations through education and conservation.
Jennie Vedder Snowy Egret<br>Photo from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service<br>Southern New England - NY Bight Coastal Jennie Vedder saved her schoolteacher salary to create a rich wildlife sanctuary.
Jim and Jamie Dutcher Jim and Jamie Dutcher (by Sarah) Jim and Jamie Dutcher are wolf conservationists.
John Chapman (Johnny Appleseed) (Drawn by Jacob) John Chapman (Johnny Appleseed) is a much loved American hero and legend.
John Dennis Liu inspires people to save Earth's ecosystem Picture of John Dennis Liu inspires people to save Earth's ecosystem John Dennis Liu says humans can stop destroying their planet. He's documented ecological restoration projects around the world to prove it.
John McConnell 90 year old John McConnell, viewing MY HERO's mural in his honor John McConnell founded Earth Day (March 20) and continues his fight for environmental education and awareness.
John Muir Picture of John Muir John Muir advocated preservation, feeling that natural areas promote mental health.
Julia Hill Picture of Julia Hill Julia Hill brought public attention to deforestation in California.
Kaa-Iya del Gran Chaco National Park Picture of Kaa-Iya del Gran Chaco National Park Kaa-Iya del Gran Chaco National Park is the only park in the Americas established and run by indigenous peoples.
L.E.A.F. Rocks 2011 LEAF Awards (LEAF Rocks) L.E.A.F. Rocks empowers youth to use the art of film, music and technology to become environmental leaders.
Latino Environmental Activists (Mujeresdelatierra.org) Latino Environmental Activists are shaping an urban agenda with smog, foul water among priorities.
Laurie David Laurie David (www.lauriedavid.com) Laurie David is passionately committed to stopping global warming.
Leanne Sarco Leanne Sarco is a ranger at Grand Isle State Park, located on a barrier island off the coast of Loui Leanne Sarco recruited Facebook friends to save Gulf Coast's hermit crabs
Lynn Henning Picture of Lynn Henning Lynn Henning is one farmer who acts to save environment from factory farms.
MacGillivray Family Greg and Barbara MacGillivray MacGillivray Family founded the non-profit MacGillivray Freeman Films Educational Foundation.
Mama Aleta defends Indonesia's natural habitat Picture of Mama Aleta defends Indonesia's natural habitat After successfully defeating miners, Aleta Baun is heading into the regional parliament to continue her campaign to protect the environment in western Timor, part of Indonesia.
Michael Ben-Eli on Creating a Sustainable World Picture of Michael Ben-Eli on Creating a Sustainable World Michael Ben-Eli and his Sustainability Laboratory are creating some new ideas and experiments to change the way that we take care of our planet and ourselves.
Michael Biddle and MBA Polymers Picture of Michael Biddle and MBA Polymers Michael Biddle and MBA Polymers is one of the world leaders in the development of recycling technologies.
Michael Reynolds, Garbage Warrior Michael Reynolds (Earthship.net) Michael Reynolds, Garbage Warrior combines biology and architecture to build sustainable housing.
Mika Vanhanen Picture of Mika Vanhanen Mika Vanhanen is the founder and director of Environment Online, a global virtual school for sustainable development
Mike Browne Picture of Mike Browne Mike Browne started Get the Lead Out of Fishing.
Mrs. Mei Ng: Friends of the Earth (Hong Kong) Mrs. Mei Ng (Friends of the Earth, Hong Kong) Mrs. Mei Ng: Friends of the Earth (Hong Kong) uses education to foster environmental awareness in China
MY HERO content for INSPIRE Friday - Ocean Conservation Picture of MY HERO content for INSPIRE Friday - Ocean Conservation Content for the MacGillivray Freeman Films newsletter
My Trip to Catalina Island Jean-Michel Cousteau snorkles with Slater on Catalina Island My Trip to Catalina Island Slater, a young environmental and peace activist, meets her hero, Jean-Michel Cousteau.
'No Butts' Measure Inspired by Ingenious Woodbridge Siblings Amy, David and Allie Steinmetz<br>Photo courtesy of the Steinmetz family. Three Woodbridge siblings' bid to stop smokers from using the world as their ashtray has been heard on Capitol Hill. "No Butts About It," is the name of the campaign founded by teens Amy, Allie and David Steinmetz.
Nourishing the Planet examines five innovations that are improving the sustainability of aquaculture around the world. Picture of Nourishing the Planet examines five innovations that are improving the sustainability of aquaculture around the world. Nourishing the Planet finds that combining rice paddles and fish ponds, and using locally caught fish as feed, are just two of the ways that fish farming, or aquaculture, can be made more environmentally friendly.
Ocean Robbins Picture of Ocean Robbins Ocean Robbins helps organize young people committed to protecting the planet.
Oil + Water Picture of Oil + Water Oil + Water is a project that uses alternative fuel for long journeys.
Olivia Bouler Picture of Olivia Bouler Olivia Bouler Olivia created 500 paintings of her feathered friends to raise funds for Audubon's bird rescue.
Philippe Cousteau Picture of Philippe Cousteau Philippe Cousteau continues the work of his father, Jacques Cousteau, through Earth Echo International.
Pratibha Syntex: Trendy threads from waste Picture of Pratibha Syntex: Trendy threads from waste Pratibha Syntex could lead in the next textile wave: low-waste, recycled cotton.
Prigi Arisandi http://www.ecoton.or.id/tulisanlengkap.php?id=1520<br>Prigi Arisandi (Executive Director of ECOTON) Prigi Arisandi works to educate people on the importance of protecting the rivers of Indonesia.
Public-private teamwork helps save Connecticut's threatened alewives Picture of Public-private teamwork helps save Connecticut's threatened alewives The once-abundant fish have played a big role in Connecticut's development. But now they need help to reach their freshwater spawning grounds.
Rachel Carson Maia Desjardins Rachel Carson, author of Silent Spring, was the mother of the environmental movement.
Ramani Sankaranarayanan and Geeta Vaidyanathan Picture of Ramani Sankaranarayanan and Geeta Vaidyanathan Ramani Sankaranarayanan and Geeta Vaidyanathan founded CTxGrEn to show villagers how to turn native materials into fuel for electricity.
Randall Arauz Randall Arauz Randall Arauz founded the Association for the Restoration of Sea Turtles (PRETOMA).
Ric O'Barry Picture of Ric O'Barry Ric O'Barry works to free captive dolphins around the world.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Picture of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is an eco-warrior defending the earth for future generations.
Rod MacVicar Picture of Rod MacVicar Rod MacVicar teaches kids how to take care of our oceans and streams.
Rory Stear and Kristine Pearson Kristine Pearson<br> (http://www.schwabfound.org/img/Stear_Pearson.jpg) Rory Stear and Kristine Pearson developed and distribute wind-up and solar powered radios to poor communities around the world.
Roxanne Kremer Picture of Roxanne Kremer Roxanne Kremer works with the Mestizo Indians of the Peruvian rainforest to save pink dolphins.
Roz Savage Picture of Roz Savage Roz Savage challenges people to live in a more environmentally conscious way.
Saalumarada Thimmakka Picture of Saalumarada Thimmakka Saalumarada Thimmakka is an Indian environmentalist who has planted 385 banyan trees along a 4-kilometer section of highway.
Sandra Postel Picture of Sandra Postel Sandra Postel believes in the importance of water conservation.
Severn Cullis-Suzuki Picture of Severn Cullis-Suzuki Severn Cullis-Suzuki an environmental activist, speaker, television host.
SOCCKET energy-generating soccer ball powers up poor villages Picture of SOCCKET energy-generating soccer ball powers up poor villages Uncharted Play has designed a soccer ball called the SOCCKET, which generates electricity for an LED light. One minute of kicking produces around six minutes of light to read, do homework, or help illuminate a home.
'Sorry for your Loss' is a finalist for a MY HERO 18th Annual Film Festival Award Picture of 'Sorry for your Loss' is a finalist for a MY HERO 18th Annual Film Festival Award
South Luangwa Conservation Society together with our neighbours – ZAWA Picture of South Luangwa Conservation Society together with our neighbours – ZAWA South Luangwa Conservation Society together with our neighbours – ZAWA – the wildlife authority – joined forces to try and save the mum and baby elephant.
Stanislav Petrov Courtesy of NASA. Stanislav Petrov averted nuclear disaster, yet remains unknown to most.
Steve Irwin Picture of Steve Irwin Steve Irwin was an animal conservationist and teacher.
SUJANA Sujana is cleaning the road. SUJANA cleans roads in Indonesia to help the environment.
Sunita Narain, India's feisty - and effective - environmental champion Picture of Sunita Narain, India's feisty - and effective - environmental champion Sunita Narain has learned that being an environmentalist in India means being an advocate for the poor – and for immediate action.
Surfgrass Productions, Finalists at the 2023 MY HERO Film Festival Picture of Surfgrass Productions, Finalists at the 2023 MY HERO Film Festival One of the finalist films for the 2023 Award is ‘Fishing into the Future: A San Diego Story,’ directed by Lindsay Bauman and Andrea Sanchez Davidson.
Surfrider Foundation A Blue Water Task Force member enjoys the waves. (myhero.com) Surfrider Foundation is dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world's oceans, waves and beaches.
Suryo Wardhoyo Prawiroatmodjo (www.rolexawards.com/l Suryo Wardhoyo Prawiroatmodjo educated people in Indonesia to protect the environment.
Sylvia Earle Earle diving in the ocean (www.achievement.org/.../ear0/large/ear0-012.jpg) “We've got to somehow stabilize our connection to nature so that 50 years from now, 500 years, 5,000 years from now there will still be a wild system and respect for what it takes to sustain us.”
Sylvia Earle Ocean Conservation Award Picture of Sylvia Earle Ocean Conservation Award
Tanzania: Obama kicks soccer ball, generates power Picture of Tanzania: Obama kicks soccer ball, generates power The so-called Soccket ball dribbled by the president captures kinetic energy that can later be used to power a light or charge a cell phone.
Terram Foundation Picture of Terram Foundation Terram Foundation brings job growth, community involvement, and local solutions to larger environmental concerns.
The Seawater Greenhouse A thriving Seawater Greenhouse in Oman<br> (http://www.seawatergreenhouse.com/30.07.04%20038.JPG) The Seawater Greenhouse transforms seawater into drinking water.
Theodore Roosevelt Picture of Theodore Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt was a pioneer in protecting the environment
Tom McNichol saw swirling trash he launched his Clean Up Boat Picture of Tom McNichol saw swirling trash he launched his Clean Up Boat Tom McNichol is the unofficial garbageman of the Charles River, beautifying Boston's iconic strip of water.
Trash Heroes Picture of Trash Heroes Trash Heroes is an international, volunteer-led organization that mobilizes youth in over 12 countries to clean and prevent plastic waste in their communities.
Tuy Sereivathana Tuy Sereivathana with Asian elephant. (By Tom Dusenberry) Tuy Sereivathana is a Cambodian environmentalist who solves conflicts between elephants and people.
Velma Bronn Johnston By ISPMB [Attribution], via Wikimedia Commons Velma Bronn Johnston worked to save the wild mustangs in the United States
Voice Above Water Wins MY HERO’s 2022 Sylvia Earle Ocean Award Picture of Voice Above Water Wins MY HERO’s 2022 Sylvia Earle Ocean Award
Wangari Maathai Picture of Wangari Maathai Wangari Maathai founded the Green Belt Movement that plants trees to help restore the desolate ecosystem in Africa.
Wes Jackson Picture of Wes Jackson Wes Jackson was a professor who returned to the land to advance sustainable agriculture practices.
William McDonough Picture of William McDonough William McDonough designs buildings for ecological sustainability.
William Whittenbury employs his 'can do' spirit to save an endangered porpoise Picture of William Whittenbury employs his 'can do' spirit to save an endangered porpoise Fewer than 100 little vaquita porpoises are left in the Gulf of California. California teenager William Whittenbury aims to save them.
World Water Day 2012: Two innovations for purifying water An Afghan girl drinks water from a well through a makeshift faucet in a village in Kandahar Province Harnessing the bacteria naturally occurring in water and using solar energy are just two innovations that may help bring clean drinking water to the world's poor.
YouthCaN Picture of YouthCaN YouthCaN is a youth- run organization promoting environmental awareness through technology.
Zoe Kelman Zoe Kelman (provided by Zoe Kelman) Zoe Kelman brought attention to toxic waste sites in New Jersey.
 
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