MANILA, Philippines — The United Nations Environment Program (UNEP) has officially honored Filipina chef Louise Mabulo and other environmental changemakers from around the world with the 2019 UN Champions of the Earth Award. “My venture was founded on research on what food is more resilient in our community – and that turned to be cacao,” she said. “Once people realize and celebrate the value of food, individuals can make big changes,” she added. Presenting the awards were actor and environmental activist Alec Baldwin, 2011 Champion of the Earth Angelique Kidjo and UNEP Goodwill Ambassador Dia Mirza. This year’s awards ceremony recognized laureates in the categories of inspiration and action, policy leadership, entrepreneurial vision, and science and innovation.

Source: Philippine Star September 29, 2019 15:38 UTC