Online Resources

These resources are provided to assist in your learning more about the environment and important actions you can take to make a difference.

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Environmental Organizations (Global)

World Business Council for Sustainable Development: “brings together some 180 international companies in a shared commitment to sustainable development through economic growth, ecological balance and social progress.”

World Conservation Union: “the world’s largest and most important conservation network. The Union brings together… 111 government agencies, more than 800 non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and some 10,000 scientists and experts from 181 countries in a unique worldwide partnership.”

World Wildlife Fund: “global environmental conservation organization”

World Resources Institute: “working at the intersection of environment and human needs”

United Nations Environment Network: “global portal to authoritative environmental information based on themes and regions”

International Institute for Sustainable Development: “champions sustainable development around the world through innovation, partnerships, research and communications”

Green Cross International: “provides unbiased environmental analysis and expertise, information dissemination, education, objective evaluations for public debate, scientific studies, and social and medical support.”

Greenpeace International: “focuses on the most crucial worldwide threats to our planet's biodiversity and environment”

Global Environment Facility: “helps developing countries fund projects and programs that protect the global environment.

Environmental News Network: “Our mission is simple: to provide a global perspective on environmental issues, and to promote thought, discussion, and awareness among our readers.”