Doest's 'Fight to the Death' Triumphs at Environmental Photography Award: Cost of Human Progress In Frames

Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation crowns Jasper Doest as Environmental Photographer of the Year 2023.

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Dutch photographer Jasper Doest captures the essence of our fragile planet in award-winning image 'Fight to the Death.'

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€5,000 prize and Ecuadorian jungle expedition await Environmental Photographer of the Year, Jasper Doest.

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Human versus nature: Doest's poignant image exposes the devastating impact of human infrastructure on wildlife.

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Overwhelming response: 10,000 images submitted by 2,300 photographers for Environmental Photography Award 2023.

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Five categories, two additional awards, and €11,000 prize fund recognize excellence in environmental photography.

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Elephant relocation and marine sanctuaries among captivating narratives in the Environmental Photography Award.

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Monaco's high school students award Iceland's Mýrdalsjökull glacier at Environmental Photography Award 2023.

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