On Earth Day, remember the people defending the planet
Al Jazeera·2h ago·Positivity
What Happened
Earth Day, marked annually since 1970, celebrates grassroots environmental activism. Over one billion people globally participate in environmental demonstrations. The Goldman Environmental Prize honors six female environmental activists for securing victories against industrial extraction and environmental breakdown. These defenders face relentless effort, sustained risk, and sometimes violence protecting ecosystems and communities.
Key Entities
Earth DayGoldman Environmental PrizeEnvironmental activistsSanta Barbara oil spillEnvironmental Protection AgencyClimate change