Planet-positive hero
“Can I cheat and choose two? Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai planted trees and hope in equal measure – she made environmentalism feel both deeply practical and deeply human, especially for women. And Kate Raworth is reimagining economics in a way that actually serves people and the planet. Her work challenges the obsession with endless economic growth and instead focuses on meeting everyone’s basic needs – food, education, dignity – without trashing the ecosystem for future generations. It's clever, compassionate and honestly the only kind of growth I’m interested in.”
Issue you care most about changing
“I’d love to see a shift in the ownership and influence of mainstream media – particularly in the UK and US, where so much of it is still run by a handful of billionaires (The Times, Telegraph, Daily Mail) with very specific interests. Even though digital platforms have changed the landscape, traditional media still holds enormous power: it shapes public perception, influences elections and decides which issues get taken seriously. And if that power sits with a self-serving elite, what hope do topics like climate change, equality or human rights have of being represented fairly?”
Latest low-impact life reset
“I’m a skincare addict, so really committing to refillable beauty – for example IRÄYE and Noble Panacea are skincare brands that do this very well, without compromising on luxury. I’ve also tried to cut down on Ubers and taxis when I can – and master the art of the power walk (sometimes in heels!).”
Favourite planet-positive products
“I was recently introduced to N. Peal Cashmere, which has such an incredible heritage –it’s been worn by everyone from Audrey Hepburn to Sean Connery. They use GOTS-certified 100% organic cashmere, which makes it all the more conscious. I’ve also been taking Artah’s state-of-the-art supplements for a few years now – they’re B-Corp certified and genuinely make a difference. And Orveda – a clean, green and vegan skincare brand – is the real deal. The results are enough to convert anyone… it’s the reason Pamela Anderson went make-up free, after all!”
