The Young Champions of the Earth is a flagship initiative by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). It recognizes and supports young people aged 18–30 who have outstanding ideas for protecting or restoring the environment. This is not just a grant; it is an annual award for the world's most promising young environmental entrepreneurs and changemakers. The program seeks "bright ideas" that are already in the prototype or early implementation phase, providing them with seed funding, intensive mentorship, and global visibility. - Age: Applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old.
- Geographic Focus: Global (including citizens and residents of Kazakhstan).
- Project Focus: Must be an innovative solution to one of the following: climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution, or sustainable resource management.
- Maturity: The idea must be more than just a concept; it must be a project in the early stages of implementation that has the potential for significant, scalable impact.
- Language: Proficiency in English (for the application and potential interview process).