Although climate changes are a popular plot, not many of us can name examples of organizations which work for the environment. Results of the street survey show that the majority of people knows from 0 to 2 pro-ecologic organizations. Additionally as much as 70% respondents rate the government’s policies in the topic of ecology as insufficient.
So here come the questions:
· What climate-related ventures do we have in Poland ?
· What organizations of this type work in Greece ?
· How can we support them ?
Who is responsible for climate activities in Poland ?
Pro-ecologic non-governmental organizations can be divided into those from Poland and affiliates of international ventures. All those institutions are associated as Koalicja Klimatyczna.
Associations created in Poland
· Fundacja Aeris Futuro
This non-profit stands out especially with two projects:
Donational program „Czas na las” – financial and meritoric support of programs connected with forestation, which until now caused in total 160 thousand trees being planted.
Climathon – worldwide 24-hour marathon promoting activities in the field of sustainable living
· Klub Gaja
One of the oldest associations protecting natural habitats and animal laws in Poland. It is the first Polish climate organization which has its affiliate in western Europe – Club Gaia UK.
· Alarm Smogowy
Social movement popagating the prevention of air pollution in Poland. It unites 38 local subjects.
International affiliates working in Poland
· WWF
One of the most well-known international organizations protecting the nature. In Poland it also conducts pro-ecological activities.
· Greenpeace
An organization prioritizing protection of forests, bees and sustainable agriculture.
· Youth Strike for Climate
An international initiative of students within which climate strikes and educational actions are organized.
· United Nations Global Compact Network Poland
This organization sets the idea of sustainable development in business as its aim. It collaborates with many companies and interessants with the goal of creating a friendly world.
How do climate actions look like in Greece ?
Similar to Poland, Greek climate organizations are divided into those set up in Greece and international branches like WWF Greece or Greenpeace Greece.
Associations created in Greece
· Ecological Movement of Thessaloniki
It is a Greek activists’ organization placed in Thessaloniki. Since 2002 it focuses mainly on the fight against genetically modified organisms.
· Ecoweek
It is a private non-profit organization, which after the start in 2005 successfully broadens its international work. The mission of Ecoweek is raising awareness and then changing the habits for more ecological.
· Environmental Centre ARCTUROS
From the Old-Greek „Guardian of the Bear” – this organization deals mainly with the protection of both brown bears and their habitat.
What comes next ?
Engaging in the activities of organizations (financial too), the number of which is constantly rising, or even creating our own ideas makes us the participants of the fight for a better future.
