Greenpeace, one of the earliest, one of the most famous, and at times, one of the most controversial of environmental activist organizations: “Our committed activists and supporters have come together to ban commercial whaling, convince the world’s leaders to stop nuclear testing, protect Antarctica, and so much more." Become involved.
“Our mission is to use the power of communication to improve our global environment.” Watch the Power of One, featuring such 20th Century figures as Ghandi and Mother Theresa, or check out Wonderful World, with its beautiful nature footage, and featuring Willie Nelson singing “What a Wonderful World.” Other participants include Peter Coyote, Gene Hackman, and Patrick Stewart.
Using the power of public information, the Working Group seeks to protect children, babies and infants from toxic contaminants, and replace environmentally destructive federal policies with policies devoted to conservation and sustainability.
Global Green is the U.S. affiliate of Green Cross International, founded and chaired by Mikhail S. Gorbachev, the last President of the Soviet Union. “Global Green's unique approach merges innovative research, cutting-edge community based projects and targeted advocacy.”
In the words of Campaign Earth: “your involvement is a necessary part of the solution.” Check out the Monthly Challenge or their Buy Green Energy page. Become a part of the solution –Get involved!
BP is leading “the transition to a world free of toxic pesticides.” They seek to identify pesticide hazards and design safe pesticide management programs. Learn more about what Beyond Pesticides does, and help them to effect change.
“Let's face it: reading environmental journalism too often feels like eating your vegetables. Boiled. With no butter. But at Grist, we believe that news about green issues and sustainable living doesn't have to be predictable, demoralizing, or dull.
We often ask ourselves: “What can I do? How can I help?” That’s where Earth911 comes in, with community-specific ‘actionable’ environmental information for you to use in everyday life for the purpose of living responsibly.” Earth911 utilizes a Public/Private Partnership to create micro programs for people that can scale up in size and effectiveness as more people become involved.
The Nature Conservancy is one of the leading conservation organizations, nationally and globally. They work “to protect ecologically important land and waters for nature and people,” to maintain the diversity of ecological habitats that we all depend on.
Real Climate is a commentary site by real climate scientists. “We aim to provide a quick response to developing stories and provide the context sometimes missing in mainstream commentary.” Check out their START HERE page for a “one stop link” to resources for climate change beginners!
