MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ Jamie Herrel was crowned Miss Earth 2014 at the UP Theatre in Diliman, Quezon City on Saturday.

During the question and answer portion, the candidates were asked: “What will you do to slow down the effects of global warming?”

Herrel responded: “Global warming has been (an) overdue issue. I will use my title to inspire others, help our environment and start with kids. They will be the people of tomorrow if we teach them. They will help the community.”

Anastasia Trusova of Russia was crowned Miss Earth Fire, Maira Alexandra Rodríguez of Venezuela was named Miss Earth Water, while Andrea Neu of USA got the title of Miss Earth Air. — philstar.com