Stop Slaughtering Sea Lions Because of Human Mistakes
People are slaughtering innocent sea lions in the name of fish conservation. Sea lions, however, are not the cause of dwindling fish populations – humans are. Demand an end to this cruelty.
Environment
Use Science to Help Conserve Endangered Wildlife
Animal-tracking tags have long been used to better understand the behaviors of endangered species. However, the lack of public tracking data makes it difficult for conservationists to communicate and strategize. Demand all animal trackers be required to enter basic information into an accessible, online database to preserve animals.
Don’t Let Whales Go Extinct for Human Delicacies
There are only 350 North American right whales left in the world and if fishermen get their way, this rare species may not survive much longer. We must save these whales before it’s too late.
Save the Colorado River From Drying Up Due to Climate Change
The Colorado River and its critical water supply is quickly vanishing due to climate change and mismanagement. Demand leaders stop arguing and start working on a productive rescue plan.
Stop Cow Manure From Contaminating Public Waterways
Concerningly high levels of water pollution, mostly due to runoff from nearby cattle ranches, is harming protected shorelines. Demand the development and implementation of a strategy to better regulate farm waste.
Stop Logging Industry From Destroying Yellowstone Grizzly Bears
A massive logging project is threatening the fragile Yellowstone grizzly bear population. Demand an end to this environmentally destructive project.
Save Victims of Global Climate Change Disasters
Millions of lives are at stake as mass flooding, heatwaves, and dangerous weather patterns caused by climate change damage communities across the globe. Powerful countries, including the US, contributed most to this global warming crisis. Demand the US repair damage it caused and fund international relief.
Don’t Let Doomsday Glacier Bury Earth in Catastrophic Flooding
The rapidly melting Doomsday Glacier could cause catastrophic flooding across the globe. Demand leaders address the climate crisis before it’s too late.
Stop Spraying Family Pets with Poisonous Cyanide
Each year millions of wolves, bears, coyotes, and other wild animals are killed by a government-funded agency. To make matters worse, many of these animals are trapped and poisoned with cyanide bombs, leading to slow, painful deaths. Help ban inhumane cyanide traps for good.
Don’t Evict Vital Bat Species From Their Nesting Sites
Bats are vital to American ecosystems, and yet they are flushed out of their natural habitats at an alarmingly high rate. While many end up roosting in manmade structures, there are no rules or regulations protecting them during eviction procedures and bats are often injured or stressed in the process. Demand more suitable alternative roosting sites to keep bats safe during hibernation and pup birth.
Defend What Remains of Our World’s Biodiversity
Sources have estimated that more than 1 million species are currently at the risk of extinction, with thousands of others threatened by continuous human activity. Now, the world’s top representatives are convening to take action. Demand they work together to preserve our world’s biodiversity–and fast.
Stop Capturing Whales and Implanting Them with Invasive Electrodes
Whales are being coerced into tiny cages and implanted with electrodes by the US Navy. These conditions are extremely stressful for the animals and have failed to produce meaningful data. Demand an end to this cruel research endeavor.
Invest in Electric Bikes and Revolutionize Green Transportation
Electric bikes with bike sharing programs are a cost-effective way to reduce environmental impact. They are also much more accessible and better for the environment than electric cars. Demand that US invest in programs that promote and support these programs.
Tax Beef to Curb Massive Pollution From Cattle Farms
While thousands are displaced by raging wildfires caused by climate change, cattle farming is making the problem worse. Call for a tax on beef to fund solutions.
Return Formerly Threatened Species to Their Habitats to Restore Ecosystems
The reintroduction of wolves to Yellowstone had transformative effects. Now, scientists are suggesting similar steps to reintroduce several select species into their former habitats. Demand the government fund these efforts and help to replenish entire ecosystems.
Stop Killing and Wasting Sealife With Fishing Nets
Millions of metric tons of fish are unintentionally caught and killed through a fishing technique referred to as bottom-trawling. Most of them never even make it to our plates. Demand an end to this excessive waste and better regulate bottom-trawling.
Stop Treating Alligators and Other Wildlife as Pets
Wally, an emotional support alligator, has brought up questions around the legitimacy of using undomesticated animals as therapy pets and the morality of keeping wild animals in homes. Protect wildlife and people by demanding that wild creatures no be used as service animals.
Stop Algae Bloom From Suffocating and Poisoning Thousands of Marine Animals
Toxic algae is killing thousands of fish, poisoning marine mammals, and harming local fishing economies around San Francisco Bay. Demand the State of California take action and fund bay recovery.
Stop Selling Wild Animals as Family Pets
Live animal markets and auctions throughout Texas legally sell wild animals to unqualified buyers. Demand the sale of wildlife at these events is banned and help protect animals from the exotic pet trade.
Protect Global Biodiversity From Deforestation
Forests provide vital habitat for an estimated half of the world’s species, and are home to indigenous communities that depend on them for sustenance. However, each year 18 million acres of forest are destroyed to make room for agribusiness and industry. Demand California help stop mass deforestation.
Stop Hunting, Trapping, and Terrorizing Big Cats
Recreational hunting of mountain lions, bobcats, and Canada lynx is still being allowed in Colorado. Protect thousands of beautiful wild cats from being trapped, poisoned, and slaughtered.
Ban Agonizing Bow and Arrow Assaults Against Bears and Other Wildlife
Bears and other animals are being subjected to horrific injuries and slow, painful deaths because of bow hunting. Urge a ban to this cruel and inhumane practice.
Protect Giraffes From Poachers Before it’s Too Late
Giraffe populations have declined by 35% but officials still refuse to grant these animals the protection they deserve. Demand efforts to protect and restore giraffes before it’s too late.
Success: New Mexico County to Stop Funding Federal Wildlife-Slaughtering Agency
Grant County, New Mexico commissioners recently voted against funding a federal agency responsible for killing millions of wildlife each year. Sign this petition to thank commissioners and to encourage other counties throughout the nation to do the same.
Success: Coca-Cola Vows to Transition Towards Plant-Based Plastics
Coca-Cola has vowed to go completely plastic free by the year 2023, in favor of biodegradable, plant-based alternatives. Commend Coca-Cola for their commitment towards reducing their footprint on the environment.
