Environmental Activists have never had as much support by the masses as they have today, and big part of the credits go to Celebrities have went green. This is a list of ten names of Celebrities – Environmental Activists and their activities that put them here.
1. Leonardo DiCaprio
Leonardo DiCaprio simply loves the Earth. Back in 1998 he established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation advocating the environmental issues. His website has an area where he talks about the Earth, too. His activities are broad, as he is on the board of the Natural Resources Defense Council, Global Green USA and International Fund for Animal Welfare. Finally, he used his extraordinary artistic skills to produce the environmental documentary 11th Hour. The best of all – he is not just a preacher: he drives Toyota Prius.
2. Bono
There’s no need to explain how much has the U2 leader done for the world and the environment, so I’ll list just a few: he has campaigned a lot for the general issues in Africa, including environmentalism, has founded or co-founded several organization which fight malaria and HIV/AIDS, several organization that fight poverty, has fundraised a lot, he has promoted a practice of good business of factories in Africa, South American and India…
3. Hayden Panettiere
Hayden Panettiere is only 22 years old, but is mature enough to understand how serious the environmental issues are, and brave enough to take action about it. The young star used well the influence by her celebrity status and tried to stop the hunt of whales in Japan, which can be seen in the documentary The Cove (2008).
4. Robert Redford
Robert Redford deserves special praise for his efforts for environmentalism. The famous actor have spent over 30 years on the board of the Natural Resources Defense Council, giving a great contribution for several US mayors make the climate changes problems a priority in their agendas. Despite that, he has campaigned toward protecting Utah wilderness. He doesn’t talk too much about his activities, but what he has done has to be appreciated.
5. George Clooney
George Clooney is placed among the celebrities – Environmental Activists due to several reasons. First, he practice what he preaches – he drives an electric car, while his advocating activities include founding of OilChange, a campaign which aim was raising awareness about American dependence on foreign oil. He has also made a documentary about Darfur and all the awful things that happened there, which are related to the broad environmental issues.
6. Pearl Jam
As the band guitarist Stone Gossard has once explained: “we’re looking at our supply chains, where our CDs are manufactured, what kind of chemicals go into those, how far they have to fly…doing everything to counteract as much of the bad stuff we do as opposed to the good stuff.” These guys really care for the planet. They have also partnered with many organizations helping them to contribute toward offsetting the carbon emissions.
7. Edward Norton
The famous actor advocates the use of the solar energy, as well as he uses it. He founded the BP Solar Neighbors Program, which donates solar panels to one family in need always when a celebrity buys one for himself. The aim of the program is making the celebrities buy more solar panels, because in today’s society they’re among the best advocates of any idea.
8. Ed Begley Jr.
Ed Begley Jr. preaches a lot about environmental issues, but he practices it as well. He even made a reality show which explained the wide audience about the positive aspects of going green. He showed the world how he composts his garbage and relies exclusively on thermal and solar energy to power his house. He definitely hit the target and deserves praises!
9/10. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt
The world’s most popular and most influential celebrity couple uses their social power wisely toward achieving important goals. They put every humanitarian effort everywhere they can, supporting tons of charities, among them Brad’s work with Global Green USA which develops environmentally friendly homes and is also helping to rebuild New Orleans. Also, they established the Jolie/Pitt Foundation which keeps donating anywhere needed.
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