Lindsey Coffey is the first American to be crowned Miss Earth

The Miss Earth 2020 coronation night was held today, November 29.

With the theme “Eco Angels” for its 20th year, the candidates showcased their swimsuits, evening gowns, and national costumes at the virtual tilt hosted by James Deakin. 

Lindsey Coffey was named Miss Earth 2020, making her the first USA bet to bag the crown. She hopes to help combat water crisis, because it "poses the most immediate risk as it affects humanity and regional stability," she said in a previous interview.

"Our water on Earth is limited due to pollution, overuse and the increase of demand, lack of or outdated infrastructure, as well as changes in weather patterns due to global warming. Globally, we must turn to ecological restoration, contour farming, rainwater harvesting, and desalination in order to combat this crisis."

In an Instagram post, Coffey wrote, "I joined the Miss Earth sisterhood to become a voice, to inspire, and to make a difference in our world. Now is that opportunity. As now is the time for action. Now is the time to be more than your country. We are not just citizens of our nation. We are citizens of the world, and once we start to view one another as such we will always find success. As your Miss Earth, that is the legacy I will leave  behind me."

Miss Earth-Fire is Michala Rubinstein of Denmark, who advocates for good health and well-being as well as responsible production and consumption. 

Philippines’ Roxanne Baeyens is Miss Earth-Water, advocating for urban gardening and agriculture (for regreening, food security, and providing livelihood).