Daily Current Affairs / IAS Officer Supriya Sahu Wins 2025 UN Champions of the Earth Award
Category : Awards Published on: December 13 2025
IAS officer Supriya Sahu has been honoured as a 2025 UN Champions of the Earth laureate in the Inspiration and Action category for her pioneering environmental leadership. Awarded at a UNEP ceremony in Nairobi, she was recognised for initiatives spanning plastic reduction, wildlife conservation and climate resilience. Tamil Nadu’s Cool Roof Project, which reduced indoor temperatures by 5–8°C in vulnerable communities, earned global praise. Sahu highlighted the importance of community-driven climate action and collective responsibility to protect nature.
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