Plane Stupid facts for kids
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| Founded | 2005, UK |
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| Area served | UK |
| Focus | Environmental |
| Method | Nonviolence Direct Action |
Plane Stupid is a group in the United Kingdom that works to protect the environment. They use peaceful protests to stop airports from getting bigger. They believe that expanding airports causes more climate change and pollution.
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What is Plane Stupid?
Plane Stupid is an environmental group. They are known for their non-violent actions. This means they protest without using any force or violence. Their main goal is to stop the building of new runways and the expansion of airports.
Why They Protest Airports
Plane Stupid believes that making airports bigger is bad for our planet. They focus on several key reasons:
Protecting Our Planet
Airplanes release gases that contribute to climate change. This is when the Earth's temperature slowly gets warmer. Plane Stupid argues that more flights mean more of these harmful gases. They want to protect the Earth for future generations.
Less Noise, Cleaner Air
When airports get bigger, there are more planes flying. This can lead to a lot of noise for people living nearby. More planes also mean more air pollution. Plane Stupid works to reduce this noise and pollution for local communities.
How Plane Stupid Acts
Plane Stupid uses a method called "direct action." This means they take action themselves to make a change. They do not just write letters or sign petitions.
Peaceful Protests
Their protests are always peaceful. They might block runways or climb on buildings. They do this to draw attention to their cause. They want people to think about the impact of air travel.
Famous Actions
Over the years, Plane Stupid has carried out many well-known protests. They have protested at major airports like Heathrow Airport and London Stansted Airport. They have also protested at government buildings. These actions often get a lot of attention from the news.
History of Plane Stupid
How It All Began
Plane Stupid was started in 2005. It was founded by three people: Joss Garman, Richard George, and Graham Thompson. They wanted to create a group that would take strong action against airport expansion. Since then, many people have joined their cause.
Images for kids
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Protesters on the roof of the Palace of Westminster
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A protester blocking the taxi-way
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Protesters outside Southampton Airport
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Roadside blockade of World Freight Terminal. Manchester Airport, UK. May 2010
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Activists on the Scottish Parliament Building
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"Heathrow, Erding, Egelsbach . . . nobody wants the airplane noise"
