Orlando White and Koza Kurumlu from Eton College are on a mission to make tech more sustainable. Inspired by the massive energy waste in high-performance computing, they created Pebble, a platform that repurposes idle consumer GPUs, making advanced computing more accessible while cutting carbon emissions. Their idea took shape after realizing that powerful graphics cards often sit unused, consuming energy with no purpose. By transforming these dormant resources into a sustainable computing network, Pebble proved that innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
Yu-jin Kim has always dreamed of becoming a zoologist, dedicating her life to studying the Tundra biome. But that dream is slipping away. As she learned about the devastating impact of habitat destruction on wildlife, she refused to stand by in silence. On September 19th in 2019, the last day of the UN climate action summit, Yu-jin led 500 students and condemned Korean government's negligence on the environment and climate change, at the age of 16. On 2020, she posed a constitutional appeal to the South Korean Constitutional Court with other 18 youth to demand Korean government's practical actions and policies.
Growing up in Kenya surrounded by forests, she has always cared for environmental conservation. Thanks to her geography teacher's support she established an environmental club in her high school and served in the leadership of Kenyatta University Environmental Club. As a result, she could contribute to tremendous tree planting activities and increases awareness of global environmental challenges to Kenya. Currently, she passionately maintain her care for the environment by foundering and managing Green Generation Initiative and writing blogs.
This small boy is an activist and defender of the right to a healthy environment and has dedicated himself to education for years through his presence on social media and engagement with a virtual environmental activism to amplify his fight for climate action, children’s rights, climate justice and human rights.
Getting interested in the pollution and climate change after joining high school environmental club, she actively carried her actions for the earth during her school years. She served as the chair of the High School Democrats of America and the U.S. Youth Climate Strike. Besides, by identifying herself as a Black Muslim student, she associates her work of social justice with diversity and intersectionality.
Growing up in a family who was into agriculture and farming, he spent his childhood with waterfalls, rains, and various species in his area. Hence, he wanted cities also have enough greenery and shelters creatures can take a rest. In an attempt to reconnect with nature, John started volunteering with various non-government organizations and formed a civic group which took the initiative to plant trees, protect urban trees and conduct various other campaigns.
She led the Philippines' first-ever youth climate strike, rallying young voices to demand urgent environmental action. Determined to turn activism into lasting impact, she founded the Youth Leaders for Environmental Action Federation, creating a platform for young advocates to push for policy change. For the further steps, she now serves as the Philippine Country Coordinator for UN COY16 in Glasgow, where she continues to lead initiatives for climate justice and a more sustainable future.
Naila Moloo, a young innovator, is shaping a sustainable future. At the age of 16, she pioneered transparent and flexible solar panels. Also, she developed bioplastics from duckweed, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional plastics. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women, her dedication to environmental innovation is a beacon of hope. With her fearless approach, Naila proves that age is no barrier to making a difference, inspiring a brighter, greener future for all.
As a child, Nyombi Morris watched in devastation as floods swallowed his home—a moment that ignited his lifelong fight for climate justice. To protect creatures and our earth from such tragedies, he founded a nonprofit organization Earth Volunteers; he and his organization planted 50,000 trees and propel environmental education to Uganda schools. As a future environmental leader that CNN named, he keep his passion and concern for the earth's climate.
After spending her high school at Green School Bali in Indonesia, the most eco-friendly school in the world, she also developed a vegan and ethical lipstick for her younger sister, who had sensitive skin, and launched Shiina Cosmetics. Currently, she has given speeches about climate change to students......saying “university can wait, but climate change can’t wait." Her mission is “to create a world without environmental activists.”