What is Greenpeace ?¿?¿ Greenpeace is an organization that it goals to protect the animals and the nature ...!¡!¡
When and why did Greenpeace begin ?¿?¿ Greenpeace began in 1971 when a small group of people set sail in a fishing boat from Vancouver, Canada. They wanted to show their opposition to US nuclear testing by going to the Aleutian island of Amchitka where the testing was taking place.
Their courage and the non-violent from of their protest set an example for the future. Thousands of people have followed in their footsteps to bring about a cleaner, greener and more pleasant environment, where they can live in harmoney with their surrounding.
SHORT HISTORY OF GREENPEACE...
It all started in 1971. The United States were carrying out atmospheric nuclear tests on a small island called Amchitka (off the west coast of Alaska, near the tip of the Aleutian islands). This island was not only the last refuge for 3,000 endangered sea otters, home to bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and other wildlife but it is situated in one of the most earthquake-prone regions in the world!
Save Ancient Forests
The world's remaining ancient forests are in danger of disappearing forever. Developed over thousands of years, these forests are rapidly being cut down by logging companies looking for short-term profit. Greenpeace is working to block these companies from destroying ancient forests, and educate consumers about the impacts of purchasing ancient forest wood. We are also working toward the immediate implementation of sustainable forestry practices.
Photo © Visser/Greenpeace 1994
Expose the Toxic Menace
The worst toxics in our environment, known as POPs, or persistent organic pollutants, contaminate our air, water and food. They are highly toxic in very small quantities and build up in the tissue of humans and animals over time. PVC plastic, commonly known as vinyl, is one of the major sources of POPs today. Greenpeace is working to eliminate POPs from our environment and encourage industries to switch to cleaner forms of production.
Photo © Bungert/Greenpeace 1997
Protect the Oceans
The greatest threat to the oceans today is overfishing, or taking more fish than can be replaced through natural cycles. Greenpeace is working toward a ban on factory trawlers, enormous fishing vessels and are among the main culprits of overfishing. In addition, we continue working to protect the world's remaining whale populations and other
Photo © Tipton/Greenpeace 1990
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