Greta Thunberg's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Greta Thunberg. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Greta Thunberg is a Swedish climate activist who gained international recognition for her outspoken advocacy for immediate action against climate change. Beginning with school strikes in 2018, she has challenged world leaders, demanding they prioritize climate science and implement policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Her activism has inspired a global movement of young people, and she has addressed numerous international forums, including the United Nations. Thunberg is known for her uncompromising stance and unwavering commitment to raising awareness about the urgency of the climate crisis.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals Legacy & Impact

May 2018: Climate change essay competition win

In May 2018, Greta Thunberg won a climate change essay competition by Svenska Dagbladet (The Swedish Daily News) for young people, before the start of her school strike.

May 2018: Thunberg wins climate change essay competition

In May 2018, Greta Thunberg won a climate change essay competition held by Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet. In part, she wrote: "I want to feel safe. How can I feel safe when I know we are in the greatest crisis in human history?"

August 2018: Start of school strike

In August 2018, Greta Thunberg's climate activism began with her school strike, a key event memorialized in the documentary "I Am Greta".

August 2018: Greta Thunberg Begins School Strike for Climate

In August 2018, at the age of 15, Greta Thunberg started skipping school to protest in front of the Swedish parliament. She demanded stronger action on climate change, holding a sign saying 'Skolstrejk för klimatet' (School Strike for Climate) and handing out informational flyers.

May 2019: Time magazine cover feature

In May 2019, Greta Thunberg was featured on the cover of Time magazine, described as a role model and one of the "Next Generation Leaders".

September 2019: Attended UN Climate Summit in New York

In September 2019, Greta Thunberg attended the United Nations Climate Summit in New York City, a journey that involved a two-week sea voyage across the Atlantic Ocean from Europe, as documented in "I Am Greta".

September 2019: Vogue cover feature

In September 2019, Greta Thunberg was featured on the cover of Vogue magazine, which was guest-edited by Meghan, Duchess of Sussex.

2019: Thunberg Addresses UN Climate Action Summit

In 2019, Greta Thunberg sailed to New York to address the UN Climate Action Summit. During her speech, she famously scolded world leaders with the phrase "How dare you," criticizing their inaction on the climate crisis.

2019: Thunberg Named Time Person of the Year

In 2019, Greta Thunberg was named the youngest Time Person of the Year and was included in Forbes' list of The World's 100 Most Powerful Women. She also received nominations for the Nobel Peace Prize.

February 2024: Case Dismissed in London Court

On 2 February 2024, the case against Greta Thunberg, et al., was dismissed by the presiding judge after the prosecution rested its case, agreeing that the crown had failed to present enough evidence.