Manana Kochladze | |
|---|---|
| Born | c. 1972 |
| Nationality | Georgian |
| Education | Biologist |
| Known for | Grassroots environmental activism |
| Awards | Goldman Environmental Prize (2004) |
Manana Kochladze (born c. 1972) is a Georgian biologist and environmentalist. She was awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize in 2004 for her environmental campaigns, in particular regarding oil pipelines through vulnerable areas.[1]
Originally trained to be a scientist, she changed focus to become an environmental activist. In 1990 she founded the non-governmental organization Green Alternative.[2]
References
- ↑ "Manana Kochladze. 2004 Goldman Prize Recipient. Europe". goldmanprize.org. Retrieved 16 September 2019.
- ↑ Nijhuis, Michelle (24 April 2004). "Manana Kochladze strives to protect Georgia from a BP oil pipeline". Grist. Retrieved 16 September 2019.
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