Groups organized to advocate for environmental issues, on any side of the issue, are listed in this category.
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Bioneers is a non-profit organization that hosts conferences and forums, serving as a social hub for people involved in the environmental movement, from all backgrounds and fields. Its mission is defined on its site, as well as a description and schedule of conferences and programs sponsored by the organization.
http://www.bioneers.org/
The BES is a membership organization and a registered charity in England, established for the purpose of advancing ecology throughout the world, its activities including the publication of scientific literature, the funding of grant schemes, educational programs and policy work. The organization's strategic plan is outlined, along with information about its meetings, events, grants, awards and public policy initiatives.
http://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/
Committee For A Constructive Tomorrow
The goal of CFACT is to enhance the fruitfulness of the earth and its inhabitants through finding better ways to provide the essential needs of people, promote safe, affordable technologies to reduce pollution and waste, protect the earth, and to educate the public about the practical solutions for environmental concerns.
http://www.cfact.org/
Earth First! Worldwide is a non-profit organization which participates in everything from the legal process to civil unrest, and more, with respect to the environment; with a monthly newsletter.
http://www.earthfirst.org/
Earthtrust is an international, non-profit, membership organization whose activities are related to the preservation of wildlife and of the natural environment. Its history and accomplishments are discussed here, along with profiles of past and present leaders of the organization, facts, figures, and other resources.
http://earthtrust.org/
Eco Action is a non-profit organization concerned with the toxicology of eco and aquatic systems; specifically the rain forest and the arctic. A variety of resources for environmental activists are presented here, including camps, gatherings and other places to go, a history of the environmental movement, and online publications.
http://www.eco-action.org/
Its roots stemming back to the inaugural of Earth Day, Environmental Action is a Boston-based organization involved in a variety of environmental action areas, including global warming, clean air, wilderness issues, energy independence, oceans, and toxins. Its issues and actions are defined on its site.
http://www.environmental-action.org/
The EDF is a national non-profit organization focused on environmental protection, including clean air and water, healthy foods, and flourishing ecosystems. The organization's work and approach are described, along with its history, facts, reports, and financial information.
http://www.environmentaldefense.org/home.cfm
European Tropical Forest Research Network
ETFRN is an intermediary forum for communication between European organizations, researchers, European Union institutions and others concerned with tropical or sub-tropical forest research. With participants in sixteen European countries, it provides a variety of services, including access to information and research exchange.
http://www.etfrn.org/
Formerly known as Co-op America, Green America is a not-for-profit membership organization established for the purpose of harnessing economic power to create a socially just and environmentally sustainable society. Its programs, activities and publications are discussed here, and information is presented on the subject of social investing.
http://www.coopamerica.org/
GCI is a registered charity in Switzerland, organized for the stated purpose of helping to ensure a just, sustainable and secure future through a global sharing of responsibility for nature. Its mission, organization, and activities are described on its site, as well as its network of organizations, news and publications.
http://www.gci.ch/
Health and Environment Alliance
The Health and Environment Alliance seeks to raise awareness on how environmental protection can improve human health. The Alliance website has commentary on a variety of issues such as environmental diseases, chemicals, air quality, mercury and health. You can also find book reviews on environmental issues.
http://www.env-health.org/
International Council on Monuments and Sites
ICOMOS is a non-governmental organization for professionals who work to preserve important sites around the world. You can access a list of heritage sites at risk and many other reports on heritage subjects. The website is available in French and English.
http://www.icomos.org/
An environmentally-inclined expedition from Hong Kong all the way to Cape Town, South Africa. Includes the program overview, trip updates, and projects index that features rural development, city farms, organic gardening, composting, biofuel library and more.
http://www.journeytoforever.org
Living Earth is a non-profit organisation which campaigns for the resolution of environmental issues which concern individuals and groups around the world through peaceful forms of activism.
http://www.livingearth.org.uk/
The NAEM is a membership organization comprised of leaders in the environmental, health, safety and sustainability fields. Its site includes an overview of the organization, its corporate sponsors, programs, resources, events, and membership information.
http://www.naem.org/
With an interest in stopping overfishing, dumping of toxins and man-generated erosion, and the adverse effects of these activities on our oceans, this organization's site includes information about animal rights, the environment, health, oceans, spirituality and other issues.
http://www.oceanadvocacy.org/
This website, provided by the Rain Forest Action Network, provides detailed information about the world's rain forests. You can find out why rain forests are important to everyone in the world. You can also find out how you can help to preserve these valuable forests.
http://www.rainforestweb.org
Restore the Earth is a non-profit organization advocating earth restoration projects and programs; with funding and application process details.
http://www.restore-earth.org/
SNC is a non-profit organization concerned with the preservation and protection of the planet's natural resources from contamination. The organization works in partnership with schools, universities, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, natural history museums, and science centers in the protection of wildlife and nature. Its programs and resources are discussed.
http://www.savenature.org/
The Thoreau Institute is a non-profit organization which advocates change for the protection of the environment without regulation, bureaucracy, or central control.
http://www.ti.org/
WEN is a non-profit organization educating, informing and empowering women who care about the environment. It researches and campaigns on environmental and health issues from a female perspective.
http://www.wen.org.uk/
World Changing is an activism website dedicated towards building a greener future. The site has dedicated sections toward building environmentally sustainable shelter, cities, business and political life. The site is also available in various local editions for major cities around the world.
http://www.worldchanging.com
The World Resources Institute is a non-profit organization advocating the changes people can make to improve the environment and the economy while protecting the Earth.
http://www.wri.org/
