Guest guest Posted May 26, 2008 Report Share Posted May 26, 2008 Alex Munoz, Oceana Friday, May 23, 2008 1:42 PM deifspirit $20K in May: 8 Days Left Dear Nancie, There's only eight days left in May and we still need to raise $9,000 in order to reach our goal of raising $20K in May for Patagonia. We not only want to see Patagonia's ecosystem survive encroachments from enterprises like bottom trawling and salmon farming but also thrive from the creation of Marine Protected Areas that will limit harmful activities. Please donate now in order to protect and preserve Patagonia >> Rapid, globally-financed industrial development is currently underway throughout Chilean Patagonia. For example, the growth of salmon farming has dramatically outpaced the environmental regulations needed to prevent pollution. Though scientists in the region have called for protection of particular Patagonian fjords and channels, there are currently very few restrictions on where industrial activities can take place. Fortunately, we still have time to protect key places for future generations of whales, dolphins, and people. We are performing scientific, economic and social studies in the region and have already earned the support of other NGO's, local fishermen and politicians. Now, I'm hoping to solidify your support as well. Join our effort to protect Patagonia and ensure that its beauty and diversity will remain intact in our lifetime and in the future. We only need $9,000 to reach our goal of $20K in May and your donation now will go a long way towards closing that gap. For the oceans,Alex Munoz VP South American OfficeOceana Beautiful Patagonia Since last week, we've made considerable progress toward reaching our goal of raising $20K in May for Patagonia. Help us meet this goal as we work to create Marine Protected Areas in southern Chile. Donate VICTORIES » SUPPORTERS » LEARN MORE » DISCOVER PATAGONIA View a slideshow that depicts Patagonia's rich biodiversity and undeniable beauty. View Slideshow » AQUACULTURE AND WHALES On Wednesday, Charles Clover, the environment editor for London's Daily Telegraph, wrote that the expansion of salmon farms in Patagonia is a serious threat to whale populations. Read More » Oceana | Join | Un | Contact Oceana | Privacy Policy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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