Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJeff Bezos and Leonardo DiCaprio have launched the Phoenix Species Project, a $200 million initiative aimed at saving 100 of the world's most threatened species. The project, a collaboration between the Bezos Earth Fund and Re:wild, is described as “the largest single philanthropic initiative ever dedicated to the recovery of Critically Endangered species” across 30 countries.The initiative has faced significant criticism, with many accusing Bezos and DiCaprio of "greenwashing." Critics argue that the project is a deceptive tactic to portray themselves as environmentally friendly while their other ventures, such as Amazon's data centers and their personal lifestyles, contribute to environmental harm. Some individuals defended DiCaprio, highlighting his long history of environmental activism, while others suggested he is leveraging Bezos's wealth for a positive cause. In fullJeff Bezos and Leonardo DiCaprio accused of ‘greenwashing’ with launch of $200 million project to save endangered speciesMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

Foundations funded by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jeff Bezos have launched a $200 million initiative to revive 100 of Earth's most threatened species.

Leonardo DiCaprio's Re:wild, which he co-founded with Dr. Wes Sechrest, and the Bezos Earth Fund are launching the Phoenix Species Project.