Nicolas Hulot
Environmentalist and journalist
Born
April 30th, 1955
70 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
France
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A journalist and environmentalist contributed to public awareness of environmental issues through television and activism. Hosted the television show 'Ushuaïa, une Odyssée Verte', which focused on nature and ecology. In 2017, served as the Minister for the Ecological and Inclusive Transition in France under President Emmanuel Macron. Advocated for sustainable development and addressed climate change policies during tenure. Established the Nicolas Hulot Foundation for Nature and Man in 1990, which promotes environmental conservation and sustainable practices.
Hosted 'Ushuaïa, une Odyssée Verte'
Served as Minister of Ecological Transition
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