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National Geographic's climate change section provides a wealth of articles, videos, and interactive resources covering various aspects of climate change, its impacts, and solutions.

Why it's helpful: National Geographic is a trusted source for high-quality educational materials, making it suitable for students and educators alike. It offers diverse content, including visuals and real-world examples, to enhance understanding

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NASA's Climate Kids offers engaging games, videos, and lessons that explain climate change science in a kid-friendly manner.

Why it's helpful: This resource is tailored for younger students and simplifies complex climate concepts while maintaining scientific accuracy. The interactive games and activities make learning fun.

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The IPCC provides comprehensive reports and assessments on climate change, including scientific evidence and impacts.

The IPCC reports are authoritative and ideal for educators seeking in-depth, research-based information to supplement their teaching. They can be used in high school or college-level classes

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The National Wildlife Federation offers resources that highlight the effects of climate change on wildlife and ecosystems.

This resource helps students connect climate change to real-world consequences, fostering empathy for the natural world and the importance of conservation.

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Climate change is the greatest existing threat to American wildlife, wild places, and communities around the country. Without action, breeding ground for ducks in the American heartland could dry up, moose in New England could be lost to parasites, forests in the west will burn more frequently and ferociously, and trout streams in Appalachia could become too warm for trout.

Climate change is caused by pollution from harmful gases released by human activity. These gases are heating up our planet at an alarming and unsustainable rate. This damage is not merely the result of our over-reliance on fossil fuels, but also because of poor land use and agricultural practices that release warming gases into the atmosphere. Fortunately, if we act quickly, there are solutions that will help us avoid the most calamitous impacts of climate change.

The National Wildlife Federation is working to make these solutions happen in order to ensure a stable environment for future generations. Specifically, the National Wildlife Federation is:

Working to reduce greenhouse gas emissions throughout the U.S. by promoting a rapid transition to a responsible clean energy economy

Partnering with U.S. farmers and ranchers to adopt agricultural practices that protect wildlife, reduce emissions, and store carbon

Safeguarding American wildlife habitats against the impacts of climate change so that species can adapt and thrive in a changing world

Working internationally to bring about market changes that reduce deforestation

In addition to this, the National Wildlife Federation runs programs that enable individuals to make a difference through projects, like Gardening for Climate Change, and educate children, like our Eco-Schools USA program.

The National Wildlife Federation aim to prevent the causes, mitigate the impacts, and adapt to the fluctuations of a changing climate.

Climate and Energy

Human-caused climate change is the result of harmful gases being released into the atmosphere. Climate altering gases primarily come in the form of carbon dioxide, which is released when we burn fossil fuels, and when land-use practices, such as tilling, expose stored carbon and microbes in the soil to oxygen. Pollution also comes from the release of other greenhouse gases, including methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), and fluorinated gases like hydrofluorocarbons, which build up in the atmosphere and trap heat on our planet. These gases have led to public health problems, haze, more frequent and extreme weather, increasing incidence of drought and fire, ecosystem disruption, and changes in species distribution and migration patterns. It is of critical importance to wildlife that we reduce these harmful emissions as quickly as possible.

The Problem: Climate change is largely caused by human-induced carbon pollution and it poses a significant threat to wildlife, habitats, and many of our communities. Without swift action to reduce these harmful emissions habitats will be lost and up to half of all species may face extinction. For instance, breeding grounds for ducks in the heartland could dry up, moose in New England could be lost to parasites, forests in the west will burn more frequently and ferociously, and trout streams in Appalachia could warm to an inhospitable degree.

Carbon pollution comes from a variety of sectors. Burning fossil fuel to generate electricity and provide transportation is the cause of most of our emissions, but land-use practices that allow carbon to escape into the atmosphere can also result in substantial emissions. The National Wildlife Federation aims to protect wildlife and ensure a stable climate for future generations.

Policy Options: Fortunately, there are solutions. By transitioning to cleaner sources of energy and changing agricultural and forestry practices we can slow climate change and benefit wildlife. The National Wildlife Federation currently focuses on reducing emissions in four key areas:

The reduction of emissions at their source. Including emissions from power plants, as well as oil and gas developments

The development of wildlife-friendly renewable energy to offset the need for energy generation from carbon heavy fuels like coal and natural gas

The decline of fossil fuel development, such as the extraction of oil and gas from the tar sands in Canada and the development of coal mines across our public lands

Use of land and natural ecosystems for carbon sequestration and storage

Fact Sheet: President Trump's March 28, 2017, Executive Order canceling the U.S. Climate Action Plan
Issue Brief: Climate Change Bites!: The impacts of ticks on wildlife, public health, and outdoor recreation

Climate-Smart Conservation

Climate change is already having profound effect on our wildlife and the habitats they call home. To safeguard wildlife in a warmer world we need to make conservation " climate-smart." Preparing for and coping with current and future climate impacts is an emerging field known as "climate change adaption." The National Wildlife Federation is working closely with federal and state agencies to help conservation managers understand how to incorporate climate adaption into their work in order to carry out climate-smart conservation.

International Wildlife Conservation

Global deforestation is a significant source of climate change pollution, impacting wildlife and habitat throughout the United States and the world. Evidence is mounting that the loss of forests in South America and Africa can have a direct effect on rainfall and temperature patterns in the United States. Tropical forests, which provide key habitats for migrating species, are especially threatened because they are often cleared for large-scale agriculture to produce ingredients for products we use daily. The National Wildlife Federation develops strategies to help ensure that agricultural production can meet the world's needs without destroying forests or jeopardizing wildlife habitats.

Gardening for Climate Change

For millions of Americans, gardening is much more than a hobby-it is a passion. Unfortunately, climate change is threatening the gardening experience across the country. However, there are actions that you can take to be part of the solution, even while gardening.

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Confronting Climate Change | National Wildlife Federation

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The National Wildlife Federation is working to make climate change solutions happen in order to ensure a stable environment for future generations.

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The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides lesson plans, videos, and data tools related to climate change.

NOAA's resources are suitable for educators looking for curriculum materials aligned with science standards. The data tools allow students to explore climate data firsthand.

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Climate Interactive - En-ROADS Simulator

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Climate Interactive - En-ROADS Simulator

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Climate Interactive's En-ROADS Simulator is an interactive tool that lets users explore the impact of various climate policies and actions.

This tool engages students in exploring climate scenarios and policy choices, encouraging critical thinking and discussions about climate solutions.

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Explore the En-ROADS Simulator ❯

En-ROADS is a global climate simulator that allows users to explore the impact that dozens of policies-such as electrifying transport, pricing carbon, and improving agricultural practices-have on hundreds of factors like energy prices, temperature, air quality, and sea level rise.

Developed by Climate Interactive, the MIT Sloan Sustainability Initiative, and Ventana Systems, En-ROADS is a system dynamics model carefully grounded in the best available science, and has been calibrated against a wide range of existing integrated assessment, climate, and energy models. En-ROADS runs on an ordinary laptop in a fraction of a second, is freely available online, offers an intuitive user-friendly interface, and is available in over a dozen languages.

En-ROADS helps people make connections between things they care about and the possibilities available to help ensure a resilient future. Users can quickly see the long-term effects of the global climate policies and actions they imagine. The goal? To break through the noise and equip elected officials, business leaders, and others with the knowledge they need to implement equitable and high-leverage climate solutions. You can learn more about the science behind the simulator here.

Open the En-ROADS Simulator ❯

En-ROADS can be used individually online, but it is most often used as part of a facilitated group learning experiences: the En-ROADS Climate Workshop, the Climate Action Simulation game, or the En-ROADS Guided Assignment. These interactive events help participants gain key insights from the simulator, adopt new perspectives, and build grounded hope in a fun and engaging format. These experiences can be offered either in-person or via online platforms, and all materials are free.

We encourage you to join our online training to learn more about En-ROADS, its related experiences, and more. Our training covers: climate and energy system dynamics, interdisciplinary climate solutions, advanced facilitation tips, and more.

Join our free Training Program ❯

Anyone can lead En-ROADS events

A wide range of people have led En-ROADS events, including several national government leaders, a president of a major philanthropic foundation, chief sustainability officers, university professors, citizen leaders, and educators the world over. Facilitators from diverse backgrounds bring En-ROADS insights to their community through our interactive group experiences.

Anyone with enough interest can learn how to run an En-ROADS event for their desired audience.

Our event resources are:

Find the event that's right for you ❯

En-ROADS Climate Ambassadors

Register Your Event ❯

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Explore the En-ROADS Simulator ❯ En-ROADS is a global climate simulator that allows users to explore the impact that dozens of policies-such as electrifying transport, pricing carbon, and improving agricultural practices-have on hundreds of factors like energy prices, temperature, air quality, and sea level rise.

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Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

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Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

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Yale's program offers research, data, and educational resources on climate change communication and public opinion.

Understanding public perception of climate change is crucial for educators. The program provides valuable insights and resources for improving communication strategies.

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Yale Program on Climate Change Communication

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Be the first to hear about new surveys and studies.

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The Nature Conservancy - Climate Change Resources

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The Nature Conservancy - Climate Change Resources

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The Nature Conservancy offers educational materials, videos, and infographics on climate change and nature-based solutions.

This resource helps students appreciate the role of nature in mitigating climate change and provides actionable steps for conservation.

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By 2030, we will:

Reduce or store CO2 emissions

With the power of nature and the strength of policy and markets, we will reduce or store 3 billion metric tons of carbon yearly.

Benefit 100 million people

We will help 100 million people at severe risk of climate-related emergencies by protecting and restoring the health of natural habitats.

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Climate change is here now. We can limit further warming and the dangers it poses-if we act now. Every fraction of a degree matters.

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PBS LearningMedia - Climate Change Collection

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PBS LearningMedia - Climate Change Collection

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PBS LearningMedia offers a curated collection of videos, lesson plans, and interactive activities on climate change for K-12 educators.

PBS LearningMedia is a trusted source for educational content, and this collection covers a wide range

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Global and Regional Climate Change | PBS LearningMedia

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Find lessons on Global and Regional Climate Change for all grades. Free interactive resources and activities for the classroom and home.

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World Resources Institute (WRI) - Climate Data Explorer

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World Resources Institute (WRI) - Climate Data Explorer

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WRI's Climate Data Explorer provides access to global climate data and interactive maps for exploring climate-related information.

This resource allows students to engage with real climate data and understand regional variations in climate change impacts.

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The dataset applies a consistent methodology to create a six-gas, multi-sector, and internationally comparable data set for 197 countries. It enables data analysis by allowing users to quickly narrow down by year, gas, country/state, and sector. Automatic calculations for percent changes from prior year, per capita, and per GDP are also available. Users are presented with clear and customizable data visualizations that can be readily shared through unique URLs or embedded for further use online.

To access Climate Watch datasets, please click in the link below to direct you into the Climate Watch Data Explorer, where you will be able to download this dataset.
Two simple steps to download the datasets you need from Climate Watch.

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Climate Watch (CAIT): Country Greenhouse Gas Emissions Data

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The dataset applies a consistent methodology to create a six-gas, multi-sector, and internationally comparable data set for 197 countries. It enables data analysis by allowing users to quickly narrow down by year, gas, country/state, and sector. Automatic calculations for percent changes from prior year, per capita, and per GDP are also available.

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NASA's Eyes on the Earth offers interactive, 3D visualizations of Earth's climate data.

This resource provides a dynamic way for students to visualize climate data and understand Earth's climate systems.

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Climate Change Toolkit - National Education Association (NEA)

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Climate Change Toolkit - National Education Association (NEA)

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The NEA's toolkit includes lesson plans, articles, and resources for teaching climate change in K-12 classrooms.

This resource offers practical lesson plans and strategies for educators to incorporate climate change education into their curriculum while addressing diverse learning needs.

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The National Education Association recognizes the scientific consensus that global climate change is largely caused by human activity, resulting in significant, measureable damage to the earth and its inhabitants. The Association believes that humans must take immediate steps to change activities that contribute to global climate change. The Association supports the continued development and implementation of environmentally sound practices that abate global climate change and its effects in partnership with the global community.

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Climate Change Education: Essential Information for Educators | NEA

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Overcome the challenges of teaching climate change and help students understand it is an issue no longer just of interest to scientists.