About Greenpeace
Greenpeace is a movement of people who are passionate about defending the natural world from destruction. Our vision is a greener, healthier and more peaceful planet, one that can sustain life for generations to come.
Greenpeace was founded in 1971 by a small group of concerned individuals, who set sail to Amchitka island off the coast of Alaska to try and stop a US nuclear weapons test. Their old fishing boat was called “The Greenpeace”. Today, Greenpeace is present in over 40 countries around the world. Our movement is growing every day and our commitment to realising our vision is as strong as ever.
How we work
We confront governments and corporations responsible for the destruction of the natural world and push for real change.
We do this by investigating, documenting and exposing the causes of environmental destruction. We work to bring about change by persuading the government to change their decisions, putting pressure on people to change their buying habits, and empowering members of the general public to make a difference. We take peaceful direct action to protect our Earth and promote solutions for a green and peaceful future.
Why support Greenpeace
We find ourselves at a pivotal point in human history now. Climate change is quickly getting more serious and we are feeling the effects of it ever more – in the changes to our air, sea levels and more extreme weather events. The need to act to protect our planet has never been so urgent, yet governments and corporations are still dragging their feet. Our mission is to promote radical changes and new solutions to the ways we live on this planet so that we can all call it home for generations to come.How you can support Greenpeace:
If we work together, we can take on the world’s worst polluters and solve its biggest problems. Here are some practical things you can do to help protect the environment, all designed by Greenpeace’s world-class campaign teams for maximum impact.
- Join a local volunteer group. Across the UK, groups of Greenpeace volunteers work locally to solve global problems. Amazing people from all walks of life band together to campaign for a green and peaceful world, and anyone can join in. Interested?
- Raise money for Greenpeace. There are so many things you can do to raise money for Greenpeace. You’re only bound by the limits of your imagination! It’s your chance to do what you want, have some fun and help save the planet. We’d love to hear about what you’re planning to do, so please submit your details here.
- Add your voice to a petition. Petitions are a powerful way to show how many people are demanding change. Sign a petition to start your journey with these key campaigns.
- Wear your heart on your sleeve. Show your support and spark conversations with a Greenpeace t-shirt, jumper or hoodie. Our products are made from organic cotton and printed in the UK in a renewable energy powered factory.
- Organise a talk with a Greenpeace Speaker. Greenpeace Speakers are trained volunteers who can give talks in person and online across the UK. Find the perfect speaker to talk to your colleagues, class or group and start a conversation about protecting the planet.
