It's important to remember that one person can make a difference. From teenagers to world-renowned scientists, individuals are inspiring positive shifts around the world. Maybe you won't become a hard-core activist, but this list of people below can inspire simple ways to kickstart better habits. Here are seven people advocating for a better planet.
1. Gail Bradbrook
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<p>Molecular biophysicist Gail Bradbrook is the co-founder of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extinction_Rebellion" title="Extinction Rebellion" target="_blank">Extinction Rebellion</a> (XR). She's <a href="https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/london-protest-extinction-rebellion-bridge-2710501" target="_blank">been referred</a> to as the "Godmother" of this international environmental movement "that uses non-violent civil disobedience to achieve radical change in order to minimize the risk of human extinction and ecological collapse." Bradbrook first co-founded the group Rising Up!, which then progressed and became XR.</p><p>For more insight into what Bradbrook's all about, check out these articles below: </p><p><a href="https://truthout.org/articles/the-global-extinction-rebellion-begins/" target="_blank"><em>The Global Extinction Rebellion Begins</em></a>, Truthout.<em> </em><u><em></em></u></p><p><em><a href="https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/gloucester-news/london-protest-extinction-rebellion-bridge-2710501" target="_blank">Gloucestershire mum is 'Godmother' of group behind naked Commons protests who want to bring London to a standstill today</a>, </em>Gloucestershire Live. </p>2. Greta Thunberg
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<p>Sixteen-year-old Swedish climate activist <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/tag/greta-thunberg">Greta Thunberg</a> has inspired an entire generation of kids to participate in her "Fridays for Future" protest movement. <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/greta-thunberg-fridays-for-future-amnesty-human-rights-award-2638728894.html" target="_blank">Just last month</a>, Greta and her movement were honored with an Amnesty International award for their "unique leadership and courage in standing up for human rights."</p><p>Thunberg's speeches are collected in her book<em> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/One-Too-Small-Make-Difference/dp/0141991747" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">No One Is Too Small to Make a Difference</a>. </em>She has said that she hopes the book causes panic. "I want you to panic … I want you to act as if our house is on fire. Because it is." <span></span></p><p>If you're looking for a good place to follow what's going on with the <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/tag/climate-crisis">climate crisis</a>, follow <a href="https://twitter.com/GretaThunberg" target="_blank">Greta on Twitter</a>. </p>3. Naomi Klein
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<p>Naomi Klein is an award-winning journalist, activist and author. Since publishing her New York Times bestseller<em> <a href="https://thischangeseverything.org/book/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">This Changes Everything: Capitalism vs. the Climate</a>,</em><em> </em>Klein has become a strong force in the environmental movement.</p><p>Klein has a new book coming out in September<em>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Fire-Burning-Case-Green-Deal/dp/1982129913" target="_blank">On Fire: The (Burning) Case for a Green New Deal</a>. </em>The book is described as an expansive, far-ranging exploration that "captures the urgency of the climate crisis, as well as the energy of a rising political movement demanding change now."</p>4. Bill McKibben
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<p>Bill McKibben is an author, environmentalist and activist. He is the founder of <a href="https://350.org/" target="_blank">350.org</a>. Nearly 30 years ago, he published the first book on climate change, <em><a href="http://billmckibben.com/end-of-nature.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">The End of Nature</a>, </em>written for the average person to understand the looming crisis. No climate activist list would ever be complete without acknowledging McKibben's consistent dedication to our planet. </p><p>Vox recently interviewed McKibben and captured <a href="https://www.vox.com/2019/5/3/18307660/climate-change-green-new-deal-bill-mckibben-falter" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">his best advice</a>.</p>5. Xiuhtezcatl Martinez
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<p>Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is a 19-year-old Indigenous environmental activist, musician and youth director of <a href="https://www.earthguardians.org/" target="_blank">Earth Guardians</a>. He recently <a href="https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/climate-change-school-strike-825719/" target="_blank">told Rolling Stone</a>, "I've been protesting since before I could walk."</p><p>He's also one of the plaintiffs on the youth climate lawsuit <a href="https://www.ourchildrenstrust.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Juliana v. United States</a>. In 2015, Martinez and 21 other youths filed a lawsuit against the U.S. federal government. For more on the trial, follow EcoWatch including <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/youth-climate-lawsuit-2638943359.html">this article</a> that discusses what's happening with this lawsuit.</p><p>Martinez recently wrote an <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/story/climate-activist-xiuhtezcatl-martinez-earth-day-op-ed-bernie-sanders-climate-change" target="_blank">op-ed </a>in Teen Vogue in April that explains the power of young voices. "Young people and marginalized communities are reclaiming our power and our voices in the movements that are shaping our future. From <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/tag/standing-rock" target="_blank">Standing Rock</a> to <a href="https://www.teenvogue.com/tag/flint-water%20crisis" target="_blank">Flint</a>, from the <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/oct/16/dakota-access-pipeline-bayou-bridge-protest-activism" target="_blank">Bayou</a> to <a href="https://www.politico.com/story/2018/11/13/ocasio-cortez-climate-protestors-push-pelosi-962915" target="_blank">DC</a>, we're beginning to see a different face of environmental leadership," he said.<i></i></p>6. Bea Johnson
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<p> Bea Johnson fits a year's worth of trash into a jar. Yes, just one little pint-sized mason jar! She is a pioneer of the zero-waste movement. Refinery29 featured her in a recent article titled <em><a href="https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/01/222362/zero-waste-home-movement-bea-johnson" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Marie Kondo Came For Your Stuff; Bea Johnson Is Coming For Your Garbage</a>.</em></p><p>Johnson's blog, <a href="https://zerowastehome.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Zero Waste Home</a>, and <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Zero-Waste-Home-Ultimate-Simplifying/dp/1451697686/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=zero+waste+home&qid=1563372583&s=gateway&sr=8-3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">her book</a> by the same name have inspired an entire movement devoted to a minimalist lifestyle. She believes that a zero-waste lifestyle is not only good for the planet, but also for our personal health. The book garnered international interest and has been translated into 26 languages. </p><p><span></span>Johnson was recently interviewed by Here and Now's <a href="https://www.wbur.org/inside/staff/peter-odowd" target="_blank">Peter O'Dowd</a>. Listen below for five tips on how to live a more zero-waste life. </p><iframe width="100%" height="124" scrolling="no" frameborder="no" src="https://player.wbur.org/hereandnow/2019/05/20/zero-waste-family"></iframe>- 5 Tips for a More Earth-Conscious Wardrobe - EcoWatch ›
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Is your closet filled with clothes you don't wear (and probably don't like anymore)? Are you buying cheap and trendy clothing you only wear once or twice? What's up with all the excess? Shifting to a more Earth-conscious wardrobe can help simplify your life, as well as curb fast fashion's toll on people and the planet.
1. Shop Ethical and Eco-Friendly Brands
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<p>When buying new clothing, ask yourself, "Is this brand sustainable or not?" Consider what brands you have been supporting up to this point.</p><p>Getting educated on which brands to support is an important step in curbing fast fashion. To find out if your go-to brand is eco-friendly, check out <a href="https://www.consciouslifeandstyle.com" target="_blank">Conscious Life & Style blog</a>, which has a list of more than 200 ethically driven brands.</p>2. Take a Minimalist Approach to Your Wardrobe
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<p>By 2050 the fashion industry is set to consume a quarter of the world's carbon budget. Consumer overconsumption is harming the planet. A <a href="https://www.mckinsey.com/business-functions/sustainability/our-insights/style-thats-sustainable-a-new-fast-fashion-formula" target="_blank">2016 McKinsey report</a> found that three-fifths of all the clothes produced gets disposed within a year of being produced. </p><p>Transitioning to a wardrobe that reflects quality pieces that last a long time, instead of cheap trendy pieces, can help make getting ready in the morning easier and is less of a strain on the planet. A quality over quantity attitude can lead to a more sustainable wardrobe over time.</p><p>The YouTube channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCES8U3Hy6VUxU0kwKBdxSWQ/featured" target="_blank">Heal Your Living</a> by Youheum is inspiring people to live a more minimalist lifestyle. Check out her video below and see how Youheum, a former shopaholic, manages to own just 15 pieces of clothing and two pairs of shoes.</p>3 - 4. Mend and Repurpose Your Clothing
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<p>Before you spend, make sure you mend. Mending clothes is a great option, and you'll avoid wasting your time shopping. </p><p>If you don't know how to patch up your clothing, support a local tailor instead.<br></p><p>You can also get creative with your clothing. For a simple start, change a pair of old jeans into new summer shorts and add your favorite patch for a fresh look. Upcycling clothing can be a fun way to maintain a sustainable wardrobe.</p><p>Check out these Instagram accounts for more upcycle inspiration!</p>5. Host or Attend a Clothing Swap
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<p>One person's trash is another person's treasure. Attending a clothing swap or taking the step to host one is a smart (and fun) way to recycle clothing and get a new wardrobe fast. </p><p>Want to host a clothing swap? Here's how to host the <a href="https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/how-to-host-the-ultimate-clothes-swap" target="_blank">ultimate clothing swap</a>. </p>- The Environmental and Human Cost of Making a Pair of Jeans ... ›
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A powerful documentary can help inform viewers and spark a more conscious lifestyle. Maybe you've thrown out rotting greens one too many times, or waste from online shopping has you feeling guilty. The following list of documentaries may inspire you to "green" your life a bit more just in time for spring.
1. Our Planet (2019)
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="69e129efc63a37ca6258d5ce32b4650d"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/aETNYyrqNYE?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p><em>Our Planet </em>is a new Netflix original nature docuseries premiering April 5. Narrated by Sir David Attenborough, this is the first of his series to appear exclusively online.</p><p><strong>How to watch:<br></strong></p><p>Stream all<em> </em>episodes on <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80049832" target="_blank">Netflix</a>.</p><p><strong><span></span>Want to know more?</strong></p><p>You might like this article from The Atlantic: <em><a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2019/04/wildlife-series-finally-addresses-elephant-room/586066/" target="_blank">Netflix's Our Planet Says What Other Nature Series Have Omitted</a></em><em><a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2019/04/wildlife-series-finally-addresses-elephant-room/586066/"> Says What Other Nature Series Have Omitted</a></em>.</p>2. The End of Meat (2017)
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="0cbc0adcd62d6660a505fcbeb13c0035"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/N71QxvZxfGk?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>After sold-out premieres worldwide, German Filmmaker Marc Pierschel's <em>The End of Meat</em> launched worldwide on March 12. The documentary exposes the brutal impact of meat consumption, while also exploring what a shift to a more compassionate diet can look like. </p><p><strong>How to watch: </strong><br></p><p><em>The</em> <em>End of Meat</em> is available to stream on <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/the-end-of-meat/id1423170756?mt=6&ign-mpt=uo%3D4" target="_blank">iTunes</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/End-Meat-Steve-Jenkins/dp/B07G5F1GR2" target="_blank">Amazon Prime</a> and <a href="https://vimeo.com/ondemand/theendofmeatfilm" target="_blank">Vimeo</a>. You can also purchase a DVD or Blu-ray. If you live outside the U.S. here's how <a href="http://www.theendofmeat.com/en/watch.html" target="_blank">you can watch</a> in your country.</p>3. Hostile Planet (2019)
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="c4d4cfc80860c77d243b1f9feb1a1b22"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/QkUmyFripgQ?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p>From Director Guillermo Navarro (<em>Pan's Labyrinth), </em><em>Hostile Planet</em> is a six-part nature series that premiered April 1 on National Geographic. The series is narrated by <a href="https://www.outsideonline.com/2290586/bear-grylls-will-never-give" target="_blank">Bear Grylls</a> (<em>Running Wild with Bear Grylls).</em><br></p><p><strong><em></em>How to watch:</strong></p><p><strong><span></span></strong>New episodes premiere Monday nights at 9 p.m. EST on the National Geographic channel. If cable TV isn't your thing, catch up on <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/tv/hostile-planet/" target="_blank">episodes online</a>.</p><p><strong style="">Want to know more?</strong></p><p>Check out Outside Magazine's <em><a href="https://www.outsideonline.com/2393053/hostile-planet-series" target="_blank">'Hostile Planet' Takes a Candid Look at Climate Change</a>.</em></p>4. Rotten (2018)
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="c59e3cd4f4f9979b330fb9f46856daee"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_ot6W_7hvrM?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p><em>Rotten</em> is a six-part documentary series featured on Netflix. The series shines a light on the corruption, waste and danger behind the food we eat. The series was produced by the team behind Anthony Bourdain's <em>Parts Unknown</em> and <em>The Mind of a Chef.</em></p><p><strong>How to watch:</strong></p><p>Stream the documentary series on <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/80146284" target="_blank">Netflix</a>.</p><p><strong>Want to know more?</strong></p><p>Here's a 2018 article from SIERRA Magazine that breaks down <em>Rotten</em> by episode: <em><a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/netflix-rotten-2549886352.html" target="_self">Netflix's 'Rotten' Reveals the Perils of Global Food Production</a>.</em></p>5. Wasted! The Story of Food Waste (2017)
<span style="display:block;position:relative;padding-top:56.25%;" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="1c20ce055dfa29dafe008475ee97872b"><iframe lazy-loadable="true" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/KUQGVSyXDWA?rel=0" width="100%" height="auto" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" style="position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;"></iframe></span><p><em> <em>WASTED! </em>produced by Anthony Bourdain explores both a broken food system and possible solutions to our <a href="http://www.ecowatch.com/tag/food-waste" target="_self">21st century issue</a> of food waste.</em></p><p><strong>How to watch:</strong></p><p>Check out<em> WASTED!</em> on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Wasted-Story-Waste-Anthony-Bourdain/dp/B075RNMZ1Y" target="_blank">Amazon Prime</a>, <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/wasted-the-story-of-food-waste/id1273278809" target="_blank">iTunes</a> or through a <a href="https://www.starz.com/play/38378" target="_blank">Starz</a> subscription. </p>- Netflix's 'Rotten' Reveals the Perils of Global Food Production ... ›
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