« It’s a surprise that honors me! But what would honor me even more is if we saved the habitability of the planet » writes Marine Tondelier on
Marine Tondelier is the only French woman to be among the 100 most influential people in the world
« It seems that I am among Time’s “100 Personalities” for 2024 », she published on the social network X, Thursday October 3, with a touch of astonishment. And for good reason: until a few months ago, Marine Tondelier was still relatively unknown in the eyes of the general public, despite her long-standing commitment to environmental movements. But his meteoric rise on the political scene and his growing role in the debate on climate issues have earned him this place among the most influential figures in the world. Since taking the helm of the Ecologists in 2022, Marine Tondelier has continued to increase actions and interventions to highlight environmental and social emergencies. In this prestigious ranking of the magazine Timewhich brings together personalities who have marked their era through their impact and influence, Marine Tondelier stands out as a representative of the fight for climate and social justice. A position all the more impressive as she is the only Frenchwoman to appear there this year.
Who is Marine Tondelier, the national secretary of the Ecologists?
At just 38 years old, Marine Tondelier has become a central figure in environmental politics in France. Her name began to circulate beyond activist circles upon her election as national secretary ofEurope Ecology The Greens (EELV) in 2022. Her rapid rise is the result of her commitment on the ground for several years, notably in the town of Hénin-Beaumont, where she is a municipal councilor, fierce opponent of the local extreme right. She has led with conviction campaigns aimed at rethinking political ecology in France, emphasizing the importance of making this movement accessible to all citizens and linking it to social issues.
