The projections come just days before Dallas-based Energy Transfer’s $300 million lawsuit against Greenpeace USA and Greenpeace International is set to go to trial. The February 24th trial represents a blatant attempt to silence dissent and intimidate those who fight for climate justic
DALLAS, TX (February 12, 2024) – In response to the growing threat against free speech and peaceful protest, last night, Greenpeace USA lit up Dallas with bold projections of resistance and solidarity onto iconic city locations. The projections come just days before the $300 million lawsuit brought by Dallas-based Energy Transfer (ET) against Greenpeace USA and Greenpeace International is set to go to trial.
Photos and videos from the projections are available here.
Rolf Skar, Greenpeace USA Campaigns Director, said: “This fight is bigger than Greenpeace. This lawsuit is a blatant attempt to silence critics and hide destructive practices. Standing up to corporate bullies like Energy Transfer requires courage, solidarity, and people power – things no courtroom or judgment can erase. These projections are a testament to that resilience, shining a light on the truth and reminding everyone fighting for a just and livable future that we will not back down.”
The Energy Transfer case, set to go to trial February 24th is a classic example of a SLAPP lawsuit – not filed to rectify a legitimate grievance but to silence dissent and intimidate those fighting for climate justice. This lawsuit makes outrageous allegations that have far-reaching implications for organizations far beyond Greenpeace.. However, as everyone saw last night: #WeWillNotBeSilenced.
Contact: Madison Carter, Greenpeace USA Senior Communications Specialist, [email protected]
Greenpeace USA is part of a global network of independent campaigning organizations that use peaceful protest and creative communication to expose global environmental problems and promote solutions that are essential to a green and peaceful future. Greenpeace USA is committed to transforming the country’s unjust social, environmental, and economic systems from the ground up to address the climate crisis, advance racial justice, and build an economy that puts people first. Learn more at www.greenpeace.org/usa.
