The 1992 Laureates were Dr. Norman Myers and Professor Peter H. Raven, for their efforts to promote international awareness of the crucial importance of bio-diversity to the earth's environment. A British zoologist, Dr. Myers was one of the first to understand and warn of the global threat posed by the destruction of the tropical rain forests. Professor Raven is an American botanist and specialist in the evolution of plant species.

The Prize Jury's Citation:
The Prize was awarded to Dr. Norman Myers and Professor Peter H. Raven who between them used comprehensive and penetrating scientific analysis of ecological states and trends and made pioneering warnings and courageous expressions of concern which have sensitized world opinion to the global consequences of the loss of biodiversity and the process of deforestation, particularly in tropical regions.