SUSAN SAPKOTA
NEPAL, 19
He/Him
Project: संरक्षण (Project Conservation)
Susan's climate advocacy began at age 12, reaching 300,000+ citizens with his Go Green, Go Clean campaign. He went on to lead campaigns across 30+ districts in Nepal and advise local governments on waste management. In 2023, Susan was the youngest participant at the World Bank’s South Asian Economics Students Meet, presenting on renewable energy and green mobility. That same year, he co-founded Project Samrakshan, fostering collective youth action for sustainability. Shortly after, Susan launched their Resilient Minds initiative, providing education and resources to 10,000+ people on the mental health impacts of climate change. He spent Summer 2024 in South Africa, working with The Green Connection’s Executive Director to protect marine life and advance their research. Susan is now spearheading the Green University, a zero-waste model for academic institutions worldwide. In 2025, he plans to implement sustainability education in 50+ more schools, instilling environmental responsibility in students early to cultivate an eco-conscious generation.
Check out Susan’s work here: LinkedIn