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- 3 Years after George Floyd, Racism is Still the Biggest Threat I often reflect on the past few years and the profound impact they had on me, my community, and our movement. The year 2020 was a disorienting and terrifying time for many of us. The daunting Covid-19 virus caused our everyday life to change in a matter of days. This new reality forced us into […] The post 3 Years after George Floyd, Racism is Still the Biggest Threat appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- 3 Reasons to Rethink TunaTuna sandwiches, tuna tartare, tuna poke, tuna salad—the ways to enjoy this fish seem endless. Within the last decade, more people have been consuming this versatile, nutritious, and “affordable” fish. Recently, its popularity has soared, boosted by the pandemic, economic uncertainty, and its perceived sustainability. It even has its own TikTok aficionados and a trendy […] The post 3 Reasons to Rethink Tuna appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Why we need a strong Global Plastics TreatyOur world is being destroyed by throwaway plastic. Plastic pollution has flooded our planet, harming people’s health, accelerating social injustice, destroying biodiversity and fueling the climate crisis. Plastic is just fossil fuel in disguise The fact is that 99% of plastic is made from oil and gas — and Big Oil companies like ExxonMobil are […] The post Why we need a strong Global Plastics Treaty appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Greenpeace v SLAPPsFor seven years, Greenpeace USA has been fighting back against two baseless lawsuits aimed at silencing the organization from speaking out about threats to the environment that endanger our health and safety. Known as Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPPs), these legal tactics are taken by powerful corporations to shut down criticism from activists, academics, […] The post Greenpeace v SLAPPs appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Meet Ebony Twilley Martin, Greenpeace’s New Executive DirectorMy journey into the climate movement, and into Greenpeace, began as a mother. About fourteen years ago, my then 3-year-old son was diagnosed with asthma. As many people in my community do, I had always thought asthma was hereditary, but my son’s doctor pointed to pollution in the environment as the probable cause for his […] The post Meet Ebony Twilley Martin, Greenpeace’s New Executive Director appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Deep Sea Mining: A Threat to the Pacific Ocean Despite Recent Global Oceans Treaty WinThe vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean is home to an incredible array of marine life and resources that are vital for our planet. However, a dangerous threat looms beneath the waves – deep sea mining. Despite the recent win of the Global Oceans Treaty, which aims to protect the world’s oceans, mining companies are […] The post Deep Sea Mining: A Threat to the Pacific Ocean Despite Recent Global Oceans Treaty Win appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Voice of a Pacific activist : “We can’t be Maori without the ocean”I was guided to be where I am, in this moment – by my tupuna (ancestors). Through the journey’s I’ve been through from pepi (baby), to tamariki (child), to rangatahi (youth and young adult), to who I am today – is all in guidance and a natural process for us, as Māori. I’m here to […] The post Voice of a Pacific activist : “We can’t be Maori without the ocean” appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Greenpeace USA and Artist Benjamin Von Wong Join Forces to Highlight Bitcoin’s Climate ProblemThe world of Bitcoin might seem intangible, but the reality is that Bitcoin has a very tangible impact on our climate, environment, and communities. We’re in a climate crisis, and right now Bitcoin is part of the problem–but it doesn’t have to be. That is why Greenpeace has teamed up with artist and activist Benjamin […] The post Greenpeace USA and Artist Benjamin Von Wong Join Forces to Highlight Bitcoin’s Climate Problem appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- The US position on the Global Plastics Treaty isn’t nearly strong enough – here’s where they currently stand vs. where we need them to beLast weekend, our oceans and planet scored an incredible victory when, after years of negotiations, nations finally agreed on a Global Oceans Treaty, the biggest conservation agreement in the history of the world. Between now and the end of 2024, we have a similar opportunity to secure a global plastics treaty, which could significantly reduce […] The post The US position on the Global Plastics Treaty isn’t nearly strong enough – here’s where they currently stand vs. where we need them to be appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Meet the Greenpeace women campaigning to end the age of fossil fuelsWomen are disproportionately impacted by the climate crisis, facing ever harsher working conditions, elevated health risks, and growing prospects for displacement. To avoid even more catastrophic extreme weather events and health hazards from coal, oil and gas projects, we must push back against polluting industries. Every new fossil fuel project makes our planet less and less inhabitable. Not only are […] The post Meet the Greenpeace women campaigning to end the age of fossil fuels appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Victory For the Oceans: World Leaders Deliver a Global Ocean Treaty!Big Win! On Saturday night, world leaders delivered one of the biggest conservation victories in human history — a Global Ocean Treaty to help protect at least 30% of the world’s oceans! World leaders still must formally adopt the treaty, but the negotiations are done! What does a Global Ocean Treaty actually do? The new […] The post Victory For the Oceans: World Leaders Deliver a Global Ocean Treaty! appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
- Murder in the Pacific: the sinking of the Rainbow Warrior and what happened nextA new BBC documentary ‘Murder in the Pacific’ recounts the 1985 bombing of Greenpeace’s ship the Rainbow Warrior. The show tells the story of ‘Operation Satanique’ – a plot by the French government to sink the Rainbow Warrior while it was docked in New Zealand. Read on to learn more about the Rainbow Warrior and […] The post Murder in the Pacific: the sinking of the Rainbow Warrior and what happened next appeared first on Greenpeace USA.
