The Environmental Defense Initiative

Our nonprofit organization is dedicated to preserving the natural world and creating a sustainable future for all.

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Our Impact in the Past Year

We're proud to share the significant progress we've made in protecting the environment and creating a more sustainable future.

338

Gallons of Trash Collected

15,000+

People Reached

156

Gallons of Plastic Collected

Together,
We Can Make a Difference

TEDI raises awareness of current environmental issues and encourages individuals to take action in their own communities by posting frequently on various social media platforms, writing blogs, launching petitions, and hosting expert interviews.

Join us in our mission to create a greener, healthier future.

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Our Initiatives

Protecting the Environment, One Step at a Time

At TEDI we believe that anyone can make a difference. All it takes is one signature, one plastic bottle recycled, or one conversation to have a positive impact on our planet. Join us today in working toward a more sustainable future.

Expert Interviews

Our expert interviews aim to inspire young activists to pursue careers in sustainability, conservation, environmental advocacy, and natural sciences. We interview experts from across the country about their professions and how young people can get involved at a local level!

Cleanups

Cleanups are one of the few ways individuals are able to clearly see the tangible impact we are having on our environment. These events are excellent ways to connect with others in your community who are passionate about protecting the environment all while earning volunteer hours and doing something amazing for our planet.

Petitions

Petitions are how we achieve not only change, but sustainable, long-lasting change that will last for generations. Policy and legislation reform is how we make progress - every signature counts!

A Message from Our Founder

"TEDI was founded with the mission of inspiring youth activists to use their voices to inspire long-lasting sustainable change through education, initiative, and creativity. We believe that every individual on this Earth must do their part to keep our planet clean and fight for a sustainable future."

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Emma Mazzotta

Founder, Executive Director

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Get Involved

Fall Fast Fashion Campaign

This campaign aims to mitigate the environmental harm that fast fashion causes by hosting clothing drives across the United States and Canada. Clothing drives are an excellent way to repurpose, reuse, and recycle clothing to prevent waste from accumulating in landfills.

Donate old/used clothing at one of our several clothing drive donation bins! If you don’t see a clothing drive in your area, consider hosting one yourself. Become a member today to receive free, one-on-one guidance on starting a clothing drive from a member of our campaign team and gain access to an exclusive action toolkit including all of the materials you need to launch a successful drive.

Our Locations

Stop by at one of these locations to drop off some clothes and save the environment!

  • - All Day on December 9
Expert Interviews

Learn from what Experts have to say

Now, more than ever before, we are seeing the effects of human overpopulation on nature and the environment on an international level. Although these issues are broad in scope, every community has its own unique environment and therefore faces different problems. It is up to you to take action and protect the environment - we at TEDI are here to help you do it. Explore the links below to learn how to take action.

See where our members are!

Find Out More About Our Groups

The TEDI team is an ever growing community, dedicated to defending the environment. We currently have 5 teams spread out throughout the United States, all making an impact on the world.A calm stream in the forestClick a location to learn more about the team in that area.

Interested in joining? Check to see if we have a team nearby or start your own team here!

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Join the Movement

Join us in our mission to create a greener, healthier future. Every small action counts in protecting the Earth.