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Why was the Greenpeace created?

Why was the Greenpeace created?

Our Story. In 1971, motivated by their vision for a more green and peaceful world, a crew of twelve planned to set sail from Vancouver, British Columbia, in an old fishing boat. These activists believed a few individuals could make a difference.

Why does Greenpeace do what they do?

Greenpeace investigates, documents and exposes the causes of environmental destruction. We work to bring about change by lobbying, consumer pressure and mobilising members of the general public. And we take peaceful direct action to protect our Earth and promote solutions for a green and peaceful future.

How Greenpeace was founded?

1971, Vancouver, Canada
Greenpeace/Founded

In 1971, a small group of activists set sail to the Amchitka island off Alaska to try and stop a US nuclear weapons test. The money for the mission was raised with a concert, their old fishing boat was called “The Greenpeace”. This is where our story begins.

What is the vision of Greenpeace?

Greenpeace is an network of independent organisations, which uses peaceful, creative confrontation to expose global environmental problems, and develop solutions for a green and peaceful future.

What is Greenpeace advocacy Philippines?

Currently, Greenpeace Philippines campaigns to raise awareness and bring real action to solve pressing environmental issues concerning our climate, oceans, food, plastic, livable cities, as well as social justice.

When was Greenpeace established?

Greenpeace started in 1971 with a small group of volunteers organising a music concert to raise funds to sail a boat from Vancouver to Amchitka to protest against US militarism and the testing of nuclear weapons.

What is the purpose of Greenpeace Philippines?

Our Mission Our goal is to ensure the ability of the earth to nurture life in all its diversity. That means we want to: protect biodiversity in all its forms. prevent pollution and abuse of the earth’s ocean, land, air and fresh water.