Sport pushes boundaries, and transcends them. It unites people from all over the globe around feats of human endurance. Sports take us out into the world, and can bring us together around the common issues that threaten our planet. Sport has the power to change the world, and our Environmental Sports Champions are doing just that. Even as the Climate Crisis affects conditions on the pitch, in the arena and on the water, they are rallying their followers to take action and make a difference.

Rivers are lifelines for millions of people, animals and ecosystems – and all of them ultimately lead to the ocean. We cannot protect our oceans without protecting rivers. Which is why we are celebrating these brave River Warriors who dedicate themselves to recognising, protecting and defending our precious river systems.

Every degree matters, which is why these Coral Champions are working hard to protect, promote, record, celebrate and propagate one of the world’s most diverse ecosystems. Join us in saluting them and the wonderful work they do!

Out of sight, out of mind: the saying has never been truer than for kelp. Now at last the world is paying attention, led by these Voices for Kelp who observe, record, preserve, conserve, educate and celebrate all things kelp.

They love our seas and oceans and have devoted their lives to protecting them – sometimes at immense personal cost. Marine environments around the world are better off because of them. We salute their bravery.

Rivers are lifelines for millions of people, animals and ecosystems – and all of them ultimately lead to the ocean. We cannot protect our oceans without protecting rivers. Which is why we are celebrating these brave River Warriors who dedicate themselves to recognising, protecting and defending our precious river systems.