STARMUS Festival Introduces Jane Goodall Earth Medal to Honor Environmental Leadership
The STARMUS Festival has unveiled the design of the Jane Goodall Earth Medal, a new international award aimed at recognizing individuals who demonstrate leadership in protecting life on Earth. The medal will be presented during STARMUS VIII, scheduled for October 17-22, 2026, in Tenerife and La Palma, Canary Islands. The award was announced on Dr. Jane Goodall's birthday, April 3, and is supported by the Jane Goodall Institute. The medal's design features human hands holding the planet, symbolizing care and responsibility for Earth's future. This initiative complements the Stephen Hawking Medal for Science Communication, reinforcing STARMUS's mission to celebrate scientific discovery and environmental stewardship.