Ecologist Madhav Gadgil gets the UN’s highest environmental honour, says he is a durable optimist
Tuesday, 10 December 2024 ()
Indian ecologist Madhav Gadgil has been awarded the UN's highest environmental honor, the 'Champion of Earth' award, for his lifetime contribution to environmental protection. His research, particularly on the Western Ghats, has significantly influenced policy and empowered communities, despite facing resistance in implementing his recommendations.
Indian ecologist Madhav Gadgil has been awarded the UN's highest environmental honor, the 'Champion of Earth' award, for his lifetime contribution to environmental protection. His research, particularly on the Western Ghats, has significantly influenced policy and empowered communities, despite facing resistance in implementing his recommendations.
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