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Michael Sutton

Michael Sutton

March 10, 2022

Mike is a respected environmental conservation leader with extensive experience managing nonprofit organizations, influencing public policy, advocating for natural resources, and guiding successful philanthropic efforts. His distinguished career has ranged from work with the National Park Service to senior conservation roles at the World Wildlife Fund, the David & Lucile Packard Foundation, the California Fish & Game Commission, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and National Audubon Society. Mike received his BS in Wildlife Biology at Utah State University; did graduate studies in Marine Biology at the University of Sydney, Australia; and, received a law degree with honors from George Washington University’s National Law Center. He joined the Prize in 2018.

Recent Posts

Marina Silva: Environmental Activist, Politician, Global Changemaker


March 3, 2025

Brazil’s ongoing fight against deforestation wouldn’t be possible, let alone successful, without the dedication and ingenuity of environmental activist and elected official Marina Silva (Brazil, 1996). Currently serving as Brazil’s Minister of the Environment and Climate Change for her second term, Marina plays a critical role in the global effort to reverse climate change.   It’s…

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2025 Goldman Prize Winners to be Announced Monday, April 21 


January 14, 2025

The Goldman Environmental Prize is excited to share that the 2025 Prize winners will be announced on Monday, April 21.  The Doing Makes the Difference  For more than 35 years, we’ve celebrated grassroots heroes who prove that when ordinary people take action, they have the power to turn apathy into positive change for the environment. …

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Six Ways to Contribute to a More Sustainable and Resilient World


January 6, 2025

As we start a new year, we’re inspired by Goldman Environmental Prize winners’ commitment to positive action. For more than 35 years, these grassroots heroes have proven that when ordinary people take action, they have the power to turn apathy into progress for the environment. No matter the odds, these individuals know that rolling up…

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