I'll admit it, John:
350.org isn't like most other organizations.
Because, unlike other non-profits, our climate movement does radically different work from region to region.
Our 490 network groups around the world are pushing forward a climate strategy that is based on their regional context and is deeply rooted in real community needs.
It's an amazing thing, but it can also make it hard to explain the full scope of the impact we are having as a climate movement.
That's why I'm excited to share the 350.org Annual Report with you. Here are just a few of the highlights from our climate movement around the globe in 2023:
Growing the Climate Movement
Supported 490 network groups globally, underlining the organization's commitment to nurturing a vibrant climate movement community.
Mobilized 94,701 people in climate actions and events, showcasing the massive scale of collaborative effort and community engagement.
Trained 7,709 activists, demonstrating 350's dedication to empowering individuals within the movement through education and resources.
Stopping Fossil Fuel Projects
Successfully led to significant financial withdrawals from the East African Crude Oil Pipeline, with 7 additional banks and 8 insurers withdrawing support, marking a critical victory achieved in collaboration with over 260 civil society organizations.
Influenced QNB Finansbank, The Turkish Economy Bank, and Şekerbank to commit to divesting from coal, a result of strategic advocacy and partnership with local organizations.
Submitted over 10,000 comments directly to the Federal Reserve Bank — the referee of the U.S. economy — to demand them to conduct a risk assessment for our current climate. Before our movement spotlighted their role in the climate crisis, the Federal Reserve System had mostly been flying under the radar in public eyes. This is a testimonial for the strength of our movement and sets a strong foundation for our campaign next year targeting other lesser-known actors behind the climate crisis — like utility companies.
Blocked financing from the Brazilian Development Bank for the Vaca Muerta gas pipeline expansion in Argentina, a testament to 350's effective advocacy and partnership with regional environmental groups.
Investment in Community-Led Renewable Energy
Across Africa, with a spotlight on Benin, Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo, 350 advanced community-centered renewable energy systems. They emphasized equitable access and justice through the release of a renewable energy report on Africa Day. In collaboration with local partners, such as 350 G-ROC in Ghana, they advocated for sustainable energy solutions, showcasing a direct engagement with communities facing energy poverty and championing renewable alternatives.
Through targeted initiatives in Asia, specifically in Indonesia, Bangladesh, and Türkiye, 350 led efforts to raise awareness and mobilize support for the transition to renewable energy. They supported local communities in adopting solar and micro-hydro power solutions, as seen in the Climate Rangers Community's efforts in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, and the Green New Deal initiative in Bangladesh. These campaigns underscored the importance of transitioning away from fossil fuels through local action and international solidarity.
I invite you to review the full report, available as a PDF or on our website, to see firsthand the global scale of what we've achieved together. Your ongoing partnership is not just valued; it is vital as we continue this journey towards meaningful change.
It takes less than five minutes to set up, and it means we can continue organizing and training climate activists around the globe as we head into the decisive decade for the climate crisis.
Thanks for reading and chipping in what you can, it means everything to us here at 350.org.
With gratitude,
May Boeve
Executive Director
350.org
P.S. 350.org would like to remember and celebrate the lives of those who left us a bequest in fiscal year 2023. We are extremely grateful for their generosity, and commit to honoring their legacies through our work to build a just, equitable, inclusive and sustainable future for all.
F.H and Jean C. Mott
Louis Kampf
Peter T. Hurley
Harvey Eric Rich
Judith A. Mabel
Lawrence "Larry" Eric Rosenberg
Margaret "Maggie" S. Stanley
Peggy Olsen
Patricia M. Virgil
Richard Kaplan
Roswitha "Ros" Micou Winsor
Ruth Friel Doyle
Shulamit Decktor
Francine Webb
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