About us

Through our work, we want to contribute to the improvement of environmental protection systems at the local, national and global levels by encouraging change through campaigns, non-violent direct actions, projects, public participation in decision-making, etc. The goal of our activities is to protect the environment and nature and encourage development towards a low-carbon society, guided by the principles of social justice and systemic change. We pay the greatest attention to activities aimed at encouraging public participation in environmental decision-making and improving the quality of life in Croatia.

We also share information, experience and expertise in the field of environmental protection with other associations, individuals, communities, schools, etc. in Croatia and beyond.

ZA's work is based on the work of volunteers, activists, supported by a professional team.

ZA is not affiliated with any political party.

Zelena akcija/FoE Croatia is a member of the largest network of environmental associations in the world, Friends of the Earth International.

We are also a member of Justice & Environment, Zero Waste Europe, Break Free From Plastic, CEE Bankwatch, The European Environmental Bureau (EEB), Climate Action Network Europe, GAIA (Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives), IPEN (International Pollutants Elimination Network), South East Europe Network on Natural Resources, Energy and Transport (SEENET) and the Green Forum.