Portrait of Klaus Töpfer with his quote: "I am extremely glad about the existence of this conference in Freiburg, this absolute gem among the landscape of green energy politics and ecological living." Klaus Töpfer, Patron, International Convention of Environmental Laureates

Portrait of Heide Bergmann with her quote: "This convention is a truly great event which offers each participant the chance of recognition, new impulses and valuable contacts." Heide Bergmann, Germany, Trophée de Femmes

Portrait of Debesai Ghebrehiwet Andegergish with his quote: "I am very pleased to see the connection built up by the convention between laureates and young talents." Debesai Ghebrehiwet Andegergish, Eritrea, The Ashden Awards

Portrait of Balgis Osman-Elasha with her quote: "The convention is a unique opportunity for environmental laureates to share success stories and engage in multi-disciplinary discussions - vital for addressing cross-cutting environmental challenges and sustainability concerns. I particularly enjoyed our meeting with young researchers, students and pupils – a true two-track learning process." Balgis Osman-Elasha, Sudan, UNEP Champions of the Earth

Tri Mumpuni speaking into a microphone, with her quote: "I have the strong belief that grassroot cooperation with policy makers and big business is very important to make things happen in the future." Tri Mumpuni, Indonesia, Climate Hero WWF International

Clive Crouch in a hat, holding seeds in his hand, with his quote: "Never in my wildest dreams did I ever expect to have the opportunity to participate in such a prestigious event." Clive Crouch, Australia, The Peter Rawlinson Conservation Award

Portrait of Ashok Khosla with his quote: "This convention brings together some of the most eminent environmentalists of the world – we do a cross-cultural canvas of global environmental issues." Ashok Khosla, India, Zayed International Prize for the Environment

Portrait of Denise Marçal Rambaldi with her quote: "An unmatched opportunity to learn about environmental issues in other countries, and especially exchange experiences on applied solutions - economics, political, social and technical." Denise Marçal Rambaldi, Brazil, Bruno H. Schubert Prize

Portrait of Jeunesse Park with her quote: "A highlight of my year! The quality of speakers and the cultural experiences are always excellent; the Freiburg Convention leads to long term friendships and often collaboration." Jeunesse Park, South Africa, UN Global 500 Laureate

Hammerskjoeld Simwinga in a straw hat with his quote: "Born in a small village in Zambia, the participation at the Convention was huge. I'm thrilled: new topics, contacts, experiences – new plans!" Hammerskjoeld Simwinga, Zambia, The Goldman Environmental Prize

About the event

A platform for environmental prizewinners

The International Convention of Environmental Laureates is the European Environment Foundation’s flagship event. Held annually, the Convention brings together some 100 winners of environmental awards and prizes from around the world to connect and collaborate. Since its launch in 2012, the Convention has been further developed and refined to optimize the exchange of ideas and experience and to respond to the needs and wishes of the participants.

Laureates Symposium - Networking

ICEL provides a unique opportunity for participants to connect and interact with individuals across multiple sectors including biodiversity, climate protection, conservation, environmental law and human rights, sustainable energy access.

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Young Talents Day

Young talents and students have the opportunity to meet the international environmental laureates and to discuss the latest environmental policy issues at round tables. Meet, learn, network - a huge profit for both parties.

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Public events

Public presentations and events are part of the Convention's programme. Whether presentations by nationally and internationally renowned speakers, film screenings, exhibitions or cultural evenings: The public events of the Convention are always up to date, they are opinionated, entertaining and give new impetus.

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The patron

Prof. Klaus Töpfer

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7th International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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About the event

A platform for environmental prizewinners

Laureates Symposium - Networking

Young Talents Day

Public events

The patron

Prof. Klaus Töpfer

7th International Convention of Environmental Laureates