GREENPEACE IN CHARLOTTE

In the nearly 40 years since it began as a small group of volunteers, Greenpeace has changed the world. Committed activists have come together to to ban commercial whaling, convinced the world's leaders to stop nuclear testing, protect Antarctica and more. 

US oil company donated millions to climate sceptic groups, says Greenpeace

Greenpeace breaking story - March 30 2010: Report identifies Koch Industries giving $73m to climate sceptic groups 'spreading inaccurate and misleading information'.

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December 11 2010 -  350.org Charlotte Vigil
in support of the Copenhagen Summit

The event was well supported with youngsters joining in the festive mood helped by a jazz group playing carols. More photos from the Charlotte event.

Almost 3200 events were scheduled in 139 countries over the weekend as groups gather around the world for more 350 actions. For more information see  350.org link  and   tcktcktck

For more information, please email CharlotteGreenpeace@gmail.com

Today Greenpeace is the world's largest independent environment organization with over 2.8 million members, working in 40 countries.

Now Greenpeace is establishing a footprint in 
Charlotte to help develop a cleaner environment.
For anyone wishing to be involved or help grow the volunteer base, contact:

Monica Embrey at monica.embrey@greenpeace.org

or visit their new office at:
512 E. 15th Street, #10D, Charlotte NC 28206
phone: 704-332-6566 ext. 5