Varda Group obituary for Remi Parmentier
Varda Group Obituary : It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Remi Parmentier, a dedicated environmentalist, a pioneering leader at Greenpeace, and the visionary co-founder of the Varda Group. Remi passed away on 26 June 2025, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering commitment to the preservation of our planet and, especially, our ocean. Remi’s journey in environmental advocacy began with Greenpeace in the 1970s, where he emerged as a fearless champion for the oceans and the world’s most vulnerable ecosystems. He famously stood between the harpoons and the whales, aboard the Rainbow Warrior embodying the spirit of activism that defined a generation. His passionate efforts to halt whaling and protect marine life made a lasting impact on global awareness and policy regarding ocean conservation. Throughout his tenure at Greenpeace, Remi was at the forefront of opposition against nuclear and other waste dumping in oceans, spearheading campaigns that brought together ...