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Amy Breshears

Amy Breshears wearing a black shirt with white polkadots, glasses, and a necklace in front of a natural green background.

February 23, 2024

Obsessed with organization and devoted to detail, Amy brings a well-honed talent for office administration and management to the Prize. She is responsible for daily office operations and supports in driving the Prize toward its goals. She brings over 20 years of experience in philanthropy, hospitality, and nonprofit event management. Amy earned her BA in English Literature at UC Berkeley and is currently pursuing her MA in mass communications. Amy joined the Prize in 2024.

Recent Posts

Goldman Prize winner Yuyun Ismawati stands in front of the English countryside. She is wearing glasses, a white jacket, and has short, greying hair.

Prize Winners Today: Fighting for a Toxic-Free Future with Yuyun Ismawati


October 12, 2026 – By Amy Breshears

17 years after her Goldman Prize win, Yuyun Ismawati is still busy—fighting against waste and leading the charge against mercury pollution.

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There's No One Way to Stand Up for Nature


August 31, 2026

Environmental activism doesn't follow one strict blueprint. Discover four of the tactics that Goldman Environmental Prize winners have used to make a lasting difference.

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Five Environmental Terms Explained


August 4, 2026

Read on to discover five key terms shaping the environmental movement of 2026.

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