Success: UK Will Support Banning Pesticide That Endangers Bees
The UK will support a Europe-wide ban of neonicotinoids, a type of pesticide that has been linked to declining bee populations. Applaud the UK for their commitment to protecting bees.
Environment
Success: China Shuts Down Polluting Factories
China’s Ministry of Environment is shutting down factories to force compliance with environmental protection laws. Sign this petition to thank the Chinese government for enforcing laws to improve air quality.
Success: United Kingdom Plans to Ban Ivory Exports and Sales
The environment minister for the United Kingdom has announced that he intends to call for a near-total ban of ivory sales and exports, including antique ivory that has been legal in the country up until now. This proposal is vital to help put an end to the global ivory trade, which has claimed the lives of thousands of innocent elephants. Sign this petition to show your thanks and support for this proposed ban.
Success: Sea Turtles Pulled Back from the Brink of Extinction
Sea turtles are no longer moments away from extinction thanks to the efforts made by the United States and Mexican governments. However, their numbers are still dangerously low. Sign this petition to thank the government for saving this species and to encourage their continued efforts.
Success: Snow Leopards No Longer Classified as Endangered
Snow leopard populations have increased, declassifying these beautiful animals from being endangered. Applaud that the conservation of snow leopards is heading in the right direction.
Success: Maximum Penalty Sought for Albatross Killer
A young man who plead no contest to charges that he helped butcher and slay over a dozen protected albatrosses could now face the maximum possible penalty for his crimes during his upcoming sentencing. Far too often, cases of animal abuse are ignored or given leniency in the justice system. Sign this petition to voice your support for the prosecutor’s actions in this case.
Success: Ireland Bans Destructive and Harmful Fracking
Fracking, a practice that causes man-made earthquakes, pollutes waterways, and harms ecosystems has been banned in Ireland. Thank the Irish government for taking a stand in favor of its country’s environment.
Success: France Offers Grants for Americans Fighting Global Warming
While the Trump administration has threatened the work of many climate scientists and other researchers in the U.S., the French president is taking action and offering grants for those working to fight global warming. Sign this petition to applaud President Macron’s decision which fulfills his previous campaign promises.
Success: Exxon Must Release Records in Climate Fraud Case
ExxonMobil must release documents which may indicate the company misled the public and shareholders regarding a connection between carbon emissions and climate change, according to a new court ruling. Sign the petition applauding this critical victory in the case.
Success: Shark Fin Ban Approved By Senate
The import, export, and sale of shark fins has been banned in the U.S. Sign this petition to thank Congress for taking a stand against this cruel and unsustainable practice.
Success: EPA Comments Demand Continued Protection
The EPA has been flooded with comments praising the regulations that keep air and water clean after the agency asked for suggestions that the rules be repealed. Sign this petition to praise the work of commenters to push back against the Trump administration’s efforts to pollute America’s environments and people.
Success: Communities Protected From Methane Pollution
Protections for people and wildlife living near oil wells have been saved from a Republican attack. Praise this decision, which is monumental in the fight against climate change.
Success: Pro-Environmental Laws Protected From Republican Attack
Limits on methane emissions will remain intact thanks to three Republican senators who voted against the repeal of these limits. This is extremely important in the face of the Trump administration’s every effort to destroy the environment. Sign this petition to thank Senator John McCain for helping to turn the vote the right way.
Success: Apartment Complex Stops Cruelly Killing Squirrels
An apartment complex took down the cruel “body-gripping” traps it was using to control the squirrel population. Sign this petition and praise the apartment complex for making this compassionate change.
Success: Orangutans Gain More Protections
Thanks to the Indonesian president, orangutans are getting a helping hand. These special primates have received further protection from habitat loss due to palm oil companies in the Leuser ecosystem and other parts of Indonesia. Sign this petition to praise the dedication to the preservation of this species.
Success: City Halts Plans to Kill Coyotes
A city had plans to trap and kill coyotes as a means of population control. Thankfully, concerned citizens spoke up and now these animals will no longer be senselessly killed. Sign this petition and praise the city for ending its plan to kill these innocent animals.
Success: Maryland Bans Dangerous Fracking
The dangerous practice of fracking is being banned in Maryland. Sign this petition to thank the governor for promising to support this ban and protect the people of his state from pollution.
Success: Maryland Passes Renewable Energy Bill
Support for renewable energy development has been significantly increased in Maryland thanks to a recently passed bill. The bill requires at least 25 percent of total energy in the state to come from renewable sources by 2020. Sign the below petition supporting this legislation.
Success: Philippines Agrees to Meet Climate Goals
The Philippines’ senate unanimously approved ratification of the Paris Climate Agreement. This keeps the country on track to meet its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent by 2030. Sign the petition praising the Philippines commitment to combating global climate change.
Success: New Technology Helps Capture Poachers
Rangers have successfully arrested numerous poachers thanks to new technological devices that they received from the World Wildlife Fund. Thank the WWF for helping to put an end to this horrific crime and for further doing whatever possible to ensure that animals continue to thrive.
Success: Volkswagen Sites Raided in Emissions Probe
German police are investigating Volkswagen to determine who installed emissions manipulation devices after tens of thousands of VW vehicles were caught cheating on emissions tests, releasing 40 times the allowed amount of toxic emissions into the atmosphere. Support these steps to hold the responsible parties accountable.
Success: United Kingdom Dramatically Reduces Carbon Emissions
Coal emissions have declined 74 percent in the United Kingdom since 2006. All coal-powered plants are scheduled for closure by 2025. Sign this petition praising the British government for its commitment to clean energy.
Success: Massive Ocean Cleanup Project Launched
The majority of large plastics in the earth’s oceans are estimated to be cleaned up within decades thanks to a recently funded system that will help get this plastic out of the water. Applaud this viable solution that will work to create a cleaner, greener planet.
Success: Cruel Hunters Will No Longer Get Away with Hurting Sharks
A prison sentence for shark finning and shark spining, a violent practice of dismembering sharks to use their body parts in soup, has been handed out for the first time in Costa Rica. Applaud this victory for the protection of sharks.
Success: Largest Coal Plant in the Western United States Will Be Shut Down
A massive coal plant will close its doors permanently at the end of its lease. Applaud the utility company for this decision, which sends a powerful message that coal in the U.S. is obsolete and must be phased out.
