GreenpeaceVideo: In Sydney, between drought and dust storms, the effects of climate change are becoming more visible than ever.

Arctic sea ice is a key component of our global climate system. Scientists have observed that our polar ice is melting at an alarming rate. Dire consequences may ensue for man, beast and our planet as a whole, if we don’t move to alternative non-fossil sources of energy. View this informative video from Greenpeace.

Eco the Butterfly stars in this 60-second spot now airing on some PBS television stations. It made its debut on PBS affiliate WXXI in Rochester, NY.

Capt. Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine Research Foundation was the first to discover the Great Pacific Garbage Patch -- an endless floating mass of plastic trash and debris. In this first of two segments, he's drawing attention to the growing, choking problem of plastic debris in our seas.

In this second of two segments, learn about the alternatives to bottled water and what you can do to help protect our environment.

TED: Charlotte Weir invites the audience to think about the future and work towards solutions. TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Get involved!

In this first of two segments, learn valuable information regarding bottled water: its origin, its marketing to the masses and its effect upon our environment.

Meet the captain of the environmental group Greenpeace’s recently launched ship “The Rainbow Warrior III”. He describes the vessel, his love for sailing and his commitment to preserving our planet. Enjoy!

WWF marine advocate Bob Zuur out at night on penguin patrol as part of the Oiled Wildlife Response team.

A video by the World Wildlife Fund WWF: Climate change is one of the greatest threats to wildlife and nature. Call your Senators at 1-800-217-7379 and ask them to support climate legislation on behalf of those who cannot call themselves.

Wild dolphins playing with a plastic bag and a camerawoman. A video by the Wild Dolphin Foundation.

A greeting by Michael Reynolds, Earthship Biotecture and THE Garbage Warrior. See more at garbagewarrior.com – and order the DVD.

Danity Kane supports PeTA with their “I’d rather go naked than wear fur” campaign. Help to protect our wildlife, Nature and the environment by clicking this link before you subscribe to Yabla.

Sharkwater is a documentary about man’s relationship with sharks and about a journey, undertaken by Rob Stewart, in order to explore the life of sharks and to find out, why they are being wiped out.

The trailer for this documentation shows the mistreatment of sharks by humans. We are reminded that sharks also form a part of nature and as such play an important role and need to be protected.