Tag: conservation

Greenpeace

By: David Torres

Greenpeace is a well-known organization that focuses on peaceful environmental activism. It was established in the early seventies and hasn’t stopped advocating for the protection of the Earth and its natural resources.

Greenpeace is one of the largest and oldest groups created to fight the expansion of invasive companies and governments from endangering the environment and wildlife. In this article, we will go over the history, values, and structure of Greenpeace.

Their History

In 1969, America constructed a nuclear testing facility on one of the islands off of Alaska. This facility would test new nuclear bombs in … Continue

The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society

By: David Torres

The Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is a non-profit, marine conservation organization that is dedicated to protecting and preserving ocean wildlife from invasive fishing and other harmful acts. Their base is located in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island, Washington, in the United States.

Their Mission

Defend Ocean Wildlife. Since their creation, they’ve made it their main priority to protect all marine life species living in our oceans, from the gentle giants of the sea to its smallest creatures.

Protect Marine Habitat. Sea Shepherd opposes the pollution of the fragile ecosystem of the ocean. They put … Continue

San Diego Zoo Global Honors Women Working to Save Wildlife

From sustaining and restoring genetic diversity, to driving conservation action through science education and community collaboration, women (and girls) play an integral role in saving species worldwide. Today, we want to recognize all of the incredible women working at the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and at our global field sites. We admire and support your dedication to ensuring a healthy future for wildlife and people.

World Wildlife Fund

Giant panda eating bamboo.

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) aims to protect and conserve nature and the different species of animals that live throughout the world. The World Wildlife Fund is an international organization which works in many different countries all around the world to help in their conservation efforts.

Educating people

The World Wildlife Fund tries to educate people to make the right living choices which are also sustainable, so the environment doesn’t need to be damaged in order for people to continue living their lives. World Wildlife Fund doesn’t just focus on individuals, they work with business to make sure they are … Continue