Peter Knights is an environmental protestor as well as the co-founder as well as chief executive officer of WildAid, a non-profit company that functions to finish the illegal wild animals trade and also safeguard threatened species. Knights was birthed in the UK in 1961 and also grew up in London. He studied biology at the College of Bristol and later received a master's level in environmental scientific research from the University of East Anglia.
After finishing his researches, Knights worked for several ecological organizations, consisting of Buddies of the Earth as well as the Environmental Investigation Agency. In 1999, he co-founded WildAid with Steve Trent as well as numerous other guardians. The company focuses on minimizing the need for wildlife products in Asia, where many jeopardized varieties are poached and also marketed on the black market.
Under Knights' leadership, WildAid has actually become a highly appreciated organization in the area of preservation. The team has actually dealt with celebs such as Jackie Chan, Yao Ming, as well as Leonardo DiCaprio to raise understanding regarding the unlawful wild animals trade and also advertise conservation initiatives. In addition to his collaborate with WildAid, Knights has offered on the boards of several various other preservation companies, including the Jane Goodall Institute and also the Environmental Investigation Company.
Knights has actually been recognized for his work with countless awards, including the Skoll Award for Social Entrepreneurship, the Conde Nast Tourist Environmental Honor, and the Stanford Grad School of Service Social Technology Fellowship. He has additionally been included in many media electrical outlets, consisting of National Geographic, Time Publication, and also The New York City Times.
Our collection contains 11 quotes who is written / told by Peter.
"The tiger is a magnificent creature and one that is threatened by human activities on all fronts. It is up to us to protect this iconic species and ensure that it has a future in the wild"
"We cannot afford to lose any more species to extinction. It is our responsibility to protect and preserve the natural world for future generations"
"Wildlife trafficking is not just an animal welfare issue. It is a global security threat, an environmental threat, and a threat to our health and well-being"
"We have the power to change the world for the better. The question is, do we have the will?"
"We need to change our attitudes towards wildlife and recognize that these animals are not commodities to be bought and sold. They are living beings that deserve our respect and protection"
"Conservation is not just about saving animals; it's about saving ourselves. We depend on a healthy planet for our survival and well-being"
"The illegal wildlife trade is a multibillion-dollar criminal enterprise that fuels corruption, undermines the rule of law, and threatens global security"
"We must act now to protect the world's endangered species. Every species lost to extinction is a tragedy that we can never undo"
"The illegal wildlife trade is a symptom of a larger problem. It is a symptom of our society's unsustainable consumption patterns and our failure to live in harmony with the natural world"
"We have the power to create a better future for ourselves and for the planet. The question is, what kind of future do we want to create?"
"The illegal wildlife trade is a complex problem that requires a multifaceted solution. We need a combination of law enforcement, consumer education, and community engagement to end this destructive trade"
