350.org
350.org: A Global Movement for Climate Justice and Renewable Energy
editAbout 350.org
edit350.org is an international environmental organization that has been advocating for climate protection and the transition to renewable energy since its founding in 2008 by American author and environmentalist Bill McKibben. The name of the organization is derived from the scientifically determined safe upper limit of 350 parts per million (ppm) of carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere to achieve the 2-degree goal and prevent a tipping point in the global climate system[1][3].
Mission and Values
editThe main mission of 350.org is to build a global grassroots movement to end the use of fossil fuels and promote a transition to just and accessible renewable energy. The organization advocates for climate justice by recognizing the responsibility for the climate crisis at a global level and holding accountable those who have contributed the most to the crisis. A central concern is to ensure that the most affected communities receive support and that clean energy is available and affordable for all[2][5].
Sustainability Goals and Initiatives
edit350.org conducts a variety of campaigns and initiatives to achieve its goals. Prominent campaigns include the global climate strike, which took place in September 2019 in over 150 countries, and the People's Climate March, which was held in 2014 with 2,000 events worldwide. The organization also protests against controversial projects such as the Keystone XL pipeline and advocates for the expansion of renewable energy and distancing from the fossil fuel lobby[1][3].
The organization works closely with a broad coalition of NGOs, trade unions, and social movements, including Greenpeace, Friends of the Earth, and the Sierra Club. 350.org also supports local groups and has conducted over 680 campaigns and events worldwide in recent years[2][3].
Current Activities
editCurrently, people from around the world are participating in 350.org's initiatives, such as the global 350 Action Month "Power Up," which took place in the lead-up to the World Climate Conference COP28. In Germany, 350.org is working to convince municipal utilities to distance themselves from the fossil fuel lobby and to promote the expansion of renewable energy, which has already led to successes[2].
Through its work, 350.org aims to create a livable and safe future where people and the planet are prioritized over profit. The organization remains a key player in the global climate movement and tirelessly advocates for a world powered by just and accessible renewable energy.