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

Past events

International Convention of Environmental Laureates

The International Convention of Environmental Laureates (ICEL) takes place in spring and offers three days full of encounters and discussions. The meeting consists of a high-profile opening ceremony, a networking day for the participants and invited guests, the “laureates meet young talents” day in cooperation with the University of Freiburg, Regional Council of Freiburg and UWC Robert Bosch College, and a farewell breakfast on Sunday morning.

2021

Ziel Zukunft Biennale

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2018

7th International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2017

6th International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2016

5th International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2015

4th International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2014

3rd International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2013

2nd International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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2012

1st International Convention of Environmental Laureates

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