Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople has been awarded the 2025 Templeton Prize, one of the most prestigious honors given to individuals who bridge science, spirituality, and human progress. Known as the “Green Patriarch,” Bartholomew has spent decades advocating for environmental stewardship, climate action, and ethical responsibility through faith. His leadership has inspired religious communities around the world to engage in ecological preservation as a spiritual duty.
In addition to his environmental advocacy, Bartholomew has promoted dialogue among Eastern Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Protestant, and non-Christian traditions. His work emphasizes unity in diversity and the importance of aligning faith with global concerns like biodiversity, technology, and public health. The Templeton Foundation praised him for bringing ancient theological wisdom into modern relevance, making him a voice of reason in an age of division and disconnection.
