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2026 INTERNATIONAL YOUNG ECO-HERO AWARD WINNERS
Action For Nature is proud to introduce our 2026 International Young Eco-Hero Award Winners! Selected from 476 applicants across 50 countries, these 16 global innovators (ages 10–16) are creating tangible solutions for marine conservation, clean air, sustainable agriculture, and climate justice. Discover their world-changing initiatives and meet these inspiring youth leaders live at our virtual 2026 Eco-Hero Awards Conference on August 29, 2026.
ECO-HERO CONNECTS WEBINAR SERIES
Action For Nature’s 4th Eco-Hero Connects Webinar – Ocean Conservation: Protecting Marine Ecosystems – was on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 11:00 AM PDT. Watch now to hear inspiring stories and strategies from the front lines of marine advocacy.
Catch up on all past Eco-Hero Connects webinars on our YouTube channel below!
HOPE & INSPIRATION
FOR THE FUTURE
Stay inspired and informed! Discover the latest environmental innovation and be inspired by our young Eco-Heroes making a difference worldwide. Follow us on social media and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on impactful stories, solutions, and events. Looking to write a story? Please visit our Press Page.
Support youth saving the planet
Every year since 2003, Action for Nature honors young Eco-Heroes who have completed a substantial project to help sustain the environment. Our winners have gone on to work as ambassadors for the UN, save cheetahs in Namibia, and lead global climate change initiatives, making the world more livable and healthier.
Empowering Young Eco-Heroes
to Transform Our World
Discover how Action For Nature inspires young environmental leaders to create lasting change. Through the Eco-Hero Awards, we celebrate youth from around the globe who tackle critical environmental challenges with innovative projects. Watch their journeys and see how they’re building a healthier, more sustainable future for all life on Earth.
International Young Eco-Hero Award Winners' MAP
These are the locations of all of our award winners! Click on the map dots below for details and enlarge for a full view.