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Global K-pop fan activism is influencing environmental policies
K-pop enthusiasts worldwide leverage their community power to advocate for environmental changes, influencing significant corporate and public decisions on climate issues.
In short:
- Kpop4Planet, started by fans in 2021, effectively engaged in environmental causes, including a significant petition against Hyundai over coal energy usage.
- The group's efforts have prompted changes in the entertainment industry towards more sustainable practices, including eco-friendly album productions.
- K-pop fans, known for their organizational skills on social media, are now recognized as a potent force in climate activism, advocating for broader environmental awareness and policy shifts.
Key quote:
"I spotted how K-pop fans can be seen as a potential power. We think we can harness that power for climate change action."
— Nurul Sarifah, co-founder of Kpop4Planet
Why this matters:
K-pop fans have organized themselves into a force capable of mobilizing quickly and effectively. They've flooded social media platforms with campaigns urging major companies to adopt more sustainable practices or to reconsider their environmental impacts. This activism extends to pressuring governments to implement stricter environmental regulations, demonstrating their commitment to leveraging pop culture for the greater good.
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New Mexico advocates push for legislative change in oil and gas regulations
In New Mexico, advocates called NMLAWS — New Mexico Land, Air, Water and Sacred — are pushing for legislative reforms to mitigate oil and gas pollution, focusing on health protection zones, increased corporate accountability and water use restrictions.
In short:
- NMLAWS, a New Mexico advocacy group, is advocating for laws to create health protection zones around schools, distancing them from oil and gas wells.
- The proposed legislation includes mandatory penalties for oil spills and notification requirements for affected communities.
- A significant focus is on reducing freshwater usage in oil and gas extraction, advocating for alternative water sources.
Key quote:
"I can personally speak to the air quality issues by saying, I’m sick, my neighbors are sick, my friends, my family, we’re all sick. And it started maybe two, three years ago where people started getting sicker and no one knew why."
— Jozee Zuniga, Permian Basin resident and member of Youth United for Climate Crisis Action.
Why this matters:
The push for legislative changes in New Mexico highlights a growing concern over the health impacts of oil and gas pollution, particularly on children and communities near extraction sites. These efforts reflect a broader national conversation on balancing economic interests with environmental and public health. How do you think your community would be affected by similar legislation?
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