10 Celebrities Who Are Climate Change Activists
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The state of our climate is a big issue in today's world as young and old alike are encouraging others to switch to clean energy. Global warming is a big issue in today's world, which is why Greta Thunberg has dedicated her young life to bring about a change. Several celebrities have jumped at the opportunity to raise their voices in support of this movement.
These famous figures have become climate change activists in their own right as they use their influence to encourage others to be the change. They are young and old and have earned their fame through a variety of careers. Keep reading to learn about 10 celebrities who are climate change activists!
10. Gisele Bündchen
Gisele is a model, but she is also the wife of the football legend, Tom Brady. She has become more involved in this movement by participating in climate strikes and by speaking out at the UN.
She felt obligated to join after visiting the Indian tribe on the Xingu River in the Amazon Rainforest, as she discovered their problems with pollution and deforestation. She was awarded the Global Environmental Citizen Award by Harvard Medical School for her efforts on a global scale and expect her to continue her work for the entirety of her life.
9. Jane Fonda
Jane Fonda might be 81-years-old, but that doesn't mean she doesn't do her part to save the world. She recently put on a protest this year in support of this mission in Washington D.C. where she and several others were arrested.
She has put these on weekly and has named them Fire Drill Fridays, which were inspired by Greta Thunberg and the massive wildfires in California. Fonda is trying to draw awareness to this issue and she continues to be an inspiration for others to take action in this fight.
8. Arnold Schwarzenegger
Schwarzenegger was elected the Governor of California from 2003 to 2011, and while in office he fought for the future of our world. He signed the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006, which was a law that demanded a decrease in greenhouse gases.
The goal was to reduce emissions so they would rest below 80% than that of levels recorded back in 1990. He has continued to fight for the cause even after his term by founding R20 Regions of Climate Action which is a nonprofit that helps other state governments implement climate change policies.
7. Shawn Mendes
Shawn Mendes has openly supported this cause by bringing it up on his social media pages, as well as speaking out against it at his concerts. This singer even turned his concerts into green venues by partnering with Flow Water and REVERB to reduce the amount of single-use plastics.
There are eco-villages located around the venues that provide guests with information, prizes, free water, and the chance to make a change. This is only in the North American region for not, but we hope in the future this type of activism can become a global trend.
6. Lizzo
Lizzo has openly stated her stance on the climate change issue in our world by speaking out in several interviews. She understands that there is an issue and hopes to make changes in her own lifestyle to help the cause.
This singer often takes to social media to speak out on these issues by using platforms like Instagram and Twitter. She might be known for her body positivity stance, but now she is using her influence to help the environment.
5. Mark Ruffalo
Mark Ruffalo is an actor who speaks candidly on the subject of climate change, as he shares his views and the science behind this plight. He calls upon younger generations to take a stand for the Earth, especially once they leave college and enter the workforce.
Ruffalo's activism began after he met with Pennsylvania residents concerned about the fracking in their area, and now he stands against that and the use of fossil fuels in our nation.
4. Shailene Woodley
Shailene Woodley has partnered with Greenpeace to save the oceans from destruction. She hopes to educate the world on the danger of microplastics, which are under 5 millimeters in size and can harm the stomachs of the wildlife we choose to eat.
Woodley hopes that one-day technology can be created to clean our oceans to rid it of this horrible substance. Her focus, for now, rests on educating the public on their actions and what changes they can make to help reduce the amount of trash in our waterways.
3. Leonardo DiCaprio
This actor has created something called the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation whose entire agenda rests completely on climate change. The goal is to transition to 100% renewable energy and he has been working toward it since 1998. Their focus is on wildlands conservation, innovative solutions, climate change, indigenous rights, transforming California, and ocean conservation.
The foundation has given out several grants to different projects to help extend their reach globally. He has won several awards for his work and has been seen on the front lines at several protests as he fights for the future of our world.
2. Reese Witherspoon
Witherspoon has been known for her work with Conservation International where she has voiced several short films. It was released back in 2015 and labeled Home, as it seeks to remind the world that we are all in this fight together.
She has continued on this mission as she promotes climate change through her work, and we expect her to take a bigger stand in the future. She knows the fight has just begun and this is one actress who refuses to give up.
1. Billie Eilish
Eilish is a pop culture icon, which is why it is so great she is taking a stand in the name of climate change. She is another artist who has partnered with REVERB to turn her concerts into green venues, and she has even stated that attendees can bring their own water bottles.
She has continued to speak out against this issue by wearing outfits that bring awareness and by partnering with other celebrities who are standing up to be the change. We know that her influence has impacted younger generations as they try and live up to the same standards as their idol.
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