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MISS EARTH PORTUGAL
CARLOTA LOBO
DESCRIBE YOUR CHILDHOOD/GROWING YEARS
family and I was always surrounded by love, care, and understanding. I spent my childhood immersed in nature, which allowed me to grow and mature with ideas that I consider important in shaping who I am today and in supporting the beliefs and principles I hold. I had such a beautiful and educational childhood that without it, I certainly wouldn't be the person I am today.
WHAT IS YOUR MEMORABLE MOMENT?
My most memorable moment was undoubtedly when I managed to overcome my depression. As I mentioned earlier, I truly believe that from challenging moments, we should always find ways to learn from them. Overcoming my depression made me believe in myself and in my potential again. It allowed me to dream once more and to smile again. It made me fight for the beliefs I hold. Therefore, I would say this moment is the most memorable for me because it may not have been a happy phase, but undoubtedly, it made me a better and stronger person. I am grateful to have gone through this period; I am now more aware of certain issues after experiencing it.
ANY SPECIAL STORIES OR FACTS ABOUT YOUR FAMILY?
I have a very small family, but that has made us all very close. A fun fact about my family is that we all "married" our birth dates. My birthday is on February 2nd, my mother's is on March 3rd, and my father's is on October 10th. It seems like something truly destined. My family is truly the most important thing in the world to me.
WHAT IS THE MOST UNUSUAL THING YOU HAVE EVER DONE?
The most unusual thing I've done was probably engaging in some extreme sports like rappelling and canyoning. I really enjoy extreme sports and the adrenaline rush they provide, so these activities were definitely the most unusual things I've done. I also practiced surfing, something not many people know I did, but I did it for quite some time and loved it; I miss it a lot. So, without a doubt, the extreme sports I participated in are the most unusual things I've done.
WHAT TIPS CAN YOU SHARE TO PROMOTE ECOTOURISM & CLIMATE CHANGE?
Promoting ecotourism and raising awareness about climate change are crucial initiatives to protect the environment and the natural resources of our planet. Here are some tips for promoting ecotourism: choosing sustainable destinations for vacations, environmental education, engaging in outdoor activities, supporting the local economy, and reducing waste. Some of these tips also apply to addressing climate change, but here are some more specific ones: environmental education is essential, and I've been focusing on it a lot; reducing greenhouse gas emissions, conserving energy, planting trees, and conducting awareness campaigns are some tips to help our Mother Earth.
Remember that every small action makes a difference. By promoting ecotourism and raising awareness about climate change, we can all play an important role in protecting our planet.
WHAT MAKES YOU PROUD OF YOUR COUNTRY?
What makes me proud of my country is knowing that we are a very well-rounded nation. Having traveled extensively and seen many parts of the world, I can truly compare our country to others. We are indeed a very well-rounded country; we have great cuisine, beautiful beaches, mountains – basically, we are a country that has everything going for it. So, when I travel, I always have the feeling that it's nice to go, but it's even better to come back. Besides being a culturally rich and a diverse country, we are a nation of warm and friendly people, that care about the environment. All of these reasons make me truly proud to be Portuguese and to live in Portugal.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVOCACY?
My advocacy is “Trees keep us alive, so let’s keep them alive too. Because without trees there is no life, don’t think only in you.
This is the powerful message I am conveying, and I will continue to raise my voice! Because without trees, we would be nothing, so we owe everything to them. It is our duty to save Mother Earth. I am committed to raising awareness and taking action for our planet. I'm going to keep using my voice to inspire positive change and encourage others to join in the effort to protect Mother Earth. Together, we can make a difference. I am a Woman of the Earth.
This is the powerful message I am conveying, and I will continue to raise my voice! Because without trees, we would be nothing, so we owe everything to them. It is our duty to save Mother Earth. I am committed to raising awareness and taking action for our planet. I'm going to keep using my voice to inspire positive change and encourage others to join in the effort to protect Mother Earth. Together, we can make a difference. I am a Woman of the Earth.