# Earth Champions Taking Action for the Planet April is Earth Month—a time to celebrate and protect our one and only home. But protecting the planet isn’t just a cause—it’s a responsibility. The Earth’s future depends on the actions we take today, and Rebels across the globe are leading the charge. From young activists demanding climate justice to scientists developing innovative solutions, these Rebels remind us that anyone, at any age, can make a difference. Their voices are powerful, their efforts are tireless, and their impact is undeniable. Meet the Rebels making a difference and inspiring us all to take action: --- # **Angelina Arora (Australia)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A young inventor with a passion for sustainability, Angelina developed a biodegradable plastic made from prawn shells. Her innovation breaks down faster than traditional plastic, reducing environmental waste and ocean pollution. She continues researching eco-friendly solutions to tackle global waste challenges. --- # **Anne Hidalgo (Spain)** _Featured in [_100 Immigrant Women Who Changed the World_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/good-night-stories-for-rebel-girls-100-immigrant-women-who-changed-the-world)_ As the first woman mayor of Paris, Anne has spearheaded policies to combat climate change in urban spaces. Under her leadership, Paris has expanded bike lanes, reduced car emissions, and prioritized green energy. She remains a key figure in international climate discussions. --- # **Autumn Peltier (Canada)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ An Anishinaabe water rights activist, Autumn has been a fierce advocate for clean water, especially for Indigenous communities in Canada. She has spoken at the United Nations, urging world leaders to prioritize access to safe drinking water. Her activism highlights the link between environmental justice and Indigenous rights. --- # **Bernice Notenboom (The Netherlands)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ As a climate journalist, filmmaker, and polar explorer, Bernice has documented the effects of climate change in some of the world’s coldest regions. Through her expeditions, she raises awareness about melting glaciers, rising sea levels, and the urgent need for climate action. --- # **Danni Washington (USA)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A marine biologist and TV host, Danni is dedicated to ocean conservation and environmental education. She co-founded Big Blue & You, an organization that empowers young people to protect marine ecosystems. Through media and activism, she inspires the next generation of ocean advocates. --- # **Ella and Caitlin McEwan (United Kingdom)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ These young sisters started a petition to eliminate plastic toys from fast food meals, sparking widespread change. Their campaign led major companies to reconsider single-use plastics, proving that even small voices can make a big difference. --- # **Esohe Ozigbo (Nigeria)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A passionate environmental advocate, Esohe fights against pollution and unsustainable industrial practices in Nigeria. She promotes climate justice and works to implement policies that protect communities from environmental harm. --- # **Hu Weiwei (China)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ As the founder of Mobike, Hu revolutionized urban transportation with her bike-sharing initiative. Her company helps reduce carbon emissions by making cycling more accessible in cities, proving that technology and sustainability can go hand in hand. --- # **Jamie Margolin (USA)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A youth climate activist and co-founder of Zero Hour, Jamie mobilizes young people to take action against climate change. She has testified before the U.S. Congress and continues to push for legislative change to protect the planet. --- # **Kristal Ambrose (The Bahamas)** _Featured in [_100 Inspiring Young Changemakers_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/100-inspiring-young-changemakers)_ Known as “Kristal Ocean,” she founded the Bahamas Plastic Movement to tackle plastic pollution in marine ecosystems. She successfully advocated for a ban on single-use plastics in The Bahamas and continues to educate communities on protecting the ocean. --- # **Lucy King (UK/Kenya)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A zoologist and conservationist, Lucy developed a groundbreaking method using beehive fences to prevent human-elephant conflicts. Her work helps both farmers and elephant populations, proving that innovative solutions can benefit people and wildlife. --- # **Lucie Pinson (France)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A financial activist, Lucie campaigns to stop banks and insurance companies from funding fossil fuel projects. Through her work, she has influenced major financial institutions to shift toward sustainable investments. --- # **May Boeve (USA)** _Featured in [_Dear Rebel_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/dear-rebel)_ As the executive director of 350.org, May leads efforts to phase out fossil fuels and transition to clean energy. She has played a key role in organizing global climate strikes and advocating for systemic change in energy policies. --- # **Nalleli Cobo (USA)** _Watch our [_Rebel Round Table_](https://youtu.be/vrs-ZrPdtxc?si=cdB80Y_kGScq5_qr) with Nalleli, Gloria Steinem, and Keely Cat-Wells_ As a teenager, Nalleli led a successful campaign to shut down an urban oil drilling site in her Los Angeles neighborhood. After years of activism, she helped secure legal action against polluters, highlighting the power of grassroots environmental justice. --- # **Vanessa Nakate (Uganda)** _Featured in [_100 Inspiring Young Changemakers_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/100-inspiring-young-changemakers) and [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A climate activist from Uganda, Vanessa founded the Rise Up Movement to amplify African voices in the climate crisis. She advocates for renewable energy solutions and highlights the disproportionate effects of climate change on vulnerable communities. --- # **Winona LaDuke (USA)** _Featured in [_Climate Warriors_](https://www.rebelgirls.com/products/rebel-girls-climate-warriors)_ A Native American activist, environmentalist, and farmer, Winona fights for Indigenous land rights and sustainable food systems. She co-founded Honor the Earth, an organization dedicated to environmental justice for Indigenous communities. --- The work of these incredible women shows that real change happens when determination meets purpose. From policy to activism, from science to innovation, they are shaping a more sustainable future. Let’s celebrate their achievements and find our own ways to make an impact—because every action counts.