Estela Delgado
UruguaypoliticianFemale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Estela Delgado is a notable figure in environmental conservation, most recently serving as the Director of Biodiversity at the Ministry of Environment. Her tenure was marked by a critical stance against hydrocarbon exploration in ecologically sensitive marine areas, which led to tensions with other officials, including Minister Ortuño. Delgado announced her resignation to return to her academic and teaching career at the University of the Republic, while also highlighting her achievements during her time in office.
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Estela Delgado led the Dinabise, which had previously endorsed the importance of the Bañados de Carrasco wetlands.
Los Bañados de Carrasco, donde se prevé construir el megaproyecto urbanístico, fueron quitados de los "humedales de importancia ambiental" sin justificación por gobiernoUruguay· 2026-07-24
Estela Delgado resigned as the director of Biodiversity at the Ministry of Environment due to her critical stance on hydrocarbon exploration in sensitive marine ecosystems.
Renunció Estela Delgado, la directora de Biodiversidad del Ministerio de AmbienteUruguay· 2026-02-13