Climate Action Resource Center
A collection of readables, watchables and doables to share at your workplace.
Things to read
THE OZONE LAYER IS MENDING, AND WITH IT OUR FUTURE
A scientific assessment backed by the United Nations reported that the ozone layer is mending, with the hole over Antarctica expected to be patched by 2066. Together, we possess all of the tools necessary to combat the climate crisis, we need only find the collective will, political and otherwise, to bet on ourselves, our economies, our countries, and the health of planet Earth.
Black History Month: Racial and Environmental Justice
Greenpeace USA's Black History Month highlights the intersectionality of racial and environmental justice issues, recognizing Black activists and leaders who have fought for environmental justice.
Reframe the Way You Think About Natural Disasters in 2023
The fight to make climate education more accessible is inextricably linked with the way we discuss climate change and justice. Earth Day encourages everyone to engage in dialogue carefully and intentionally. Instead of falling back on “natural,” consider these events through a multidimensional lens in order to adequately recognize and analyze all environmental, sociodemographic, and governmental factors.
There’s no planet B
The scientific evidence is clear: the only celestial body that can support us is the one we evolved with. Here’s why
Climate Literacy with NASA
Learn the 2023 realities of Climate Change Crisis
Crumbling Away: How Climate Change Could Accelerate Infrastructure Corrosion
Civil infrastructure is increasingly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Critical pieces of infrastructure may fail sooner in the coming decades, warns study.
Why mental health is a priority for action on climate change
Climate change poses serious risks to mental health and well-being, concludes a new WHO policy brief, launched today at the Stockholm+50 conference. The Organization is therefore urging countries to include mental health support in their response to the climate crisis, citing examples where a few pioneering countries have done this effectively.
Bye-bye dark sky: is light pollution costing us more than just the night-time?
Humans, birds and several other animals are finding it increasingly challenging to experience night-time uninterrupted by artificial light, while some creatures are handling the change better than others.
Climate change: Do I need to stop eating meat?
With livestock being one of the main contributors of greenhouse gases, the government's climate advisers have said the public should be urged to less meat to help protect the planet.
Carbon Footprint of Lithium-Ion Battery Production (vs Gasoline, Lead-Acid)
Due to their effects on the environment, it is important that you learn about the carbon footprint of the lithium-ion batteries used in your electric vehicle (EV), phone, and tablet.
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Things to watch
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I Built a Wildlife Pond - here's what happened
Eight months ago, I built a wildlife pond. Today, I share the whole story of how I turned a patch of grass, into a healthy, thriving ecosystem. Incredible transformation!
Our Planet | One Planet | FULL EPISODE | Netflix
Experience our planet's natural beauty and examine how climate change impacts all living creatures in this ambitious documentary of spectacular scope. In this episode: Witness the planet's breathtaking diversity -- from seabirds carpet-bombing the ocean to wildebeests eluding the wild dogs of the Serengeti.
2050: what happens if we ignore the climate crisis
We envision two scenarios: what life could look like on Earth in 2050 if we do nothing and what life could look like if we take action, now. Watch this video to take a glimpse into the future and to find out what you can do to prevent global climate catastrophe. There is still hope.
Part-5 (How to Care) Growing Forests Using Miyawaki Technique - Step by Step Tutorial
In this video, you'll understand how we can add biodiversity and bring some major change the forest itself must cover a 100-square-meter minimum area. This grows into a forest so dense that after eight months, sunlight can’t reach the ground.
Part-4 (How to Plant Miyawaki Forest) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique - Tutorial
In this step, we have prepared the soil by mixing the biomass & turning the mix up to 3 feet of depth we start planting almost 30~40 varieties of native trees in close / dense proximity.
Part-3 (Native Speices) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
In this video, we will understand how can we give the soil whatever nourishment it needs.
Part-2 (Understanding Soil) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
In the second step, we identify Native species we should be planting in this soil, so they grow strong in the given climatic conditions.
Part-1 (Understand Miyawaki Method) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
Part-1 (Understand Miyawaki Method) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
The hidden world of animal senses: Ed Yong
To understand the limits of human senses, look to the wild world of animal cognition
How to grow a forest in your backyard | Shubhendu Sharma
Forests don't have to be far-flung nature reserves, isolated from human life. Instead, we can grow them right where we are -- even in cities. Eco-entrepreneur and TED Fellow Shubhendu Sharma grows ultra-dense, biodiverse mini-forests of native species in urban areas by engineering soil, microbes and biomass to kickstart natural growth processes. Follow along as he describes how to grow a 100-year-old forest in just 10 years, and learn how you can get in on this tiny jungle party.
Things to do
Donate to the Ocean Cleanup project
The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organization working to remove plastic waste from oceans. You can donate to support their mission of a plastic-free ocean
Listen to Future Ecologies Podcast
Made for audiophiles and nature lovers alike, every episode is an invitation to see your world in a new light – set to original music & immersive soundscapes, and weaving together interviews with expert knowledge holders.
Listen to BBC Costing The Earth Podcast
Fresh ideas from the sharpest minds working toward a cleaner, greener planet
Listen to BBC Earth Podcast
Each week the BBC Earth podcast brings you entertainment, humour, an abundance of amazing animal stories and unbelievable unheard sounds. Explore the world of animals with superpowers, deep dive into death, hear from heroes passionately protecting the planet and get expert insights into corners of the natural world you’ve never explored before.
Attend the EarthX Film & Music Festival
EarthX seeks to promote film and the art of storytelling in a way that entertains, informs and inspires audiences to get outside, push boundaries, and protect the environment.
Try the Ecohappiness 30 day Challenge
Spending time in and around nature is so beneficial to our family’s health and well-being. It calms us when we are feeling stressed and boosts our mood when we are feeling down. The 30-Day Ecohappiness Challenge Calendar is filled with fun and relaxing activities for your family to enjoy together without leaving your own neighborhood. All of these activities can be done from inside your home, on your balcony, or in your backyard.
Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage
Our Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage provides a space for the climate and environmental communities to connect with the public, meet and learn from one another, and bring new people into the movement.
Adopt a Symbolic Species with WWF
Support WWF's global efforts to protect wild animals and their habitats and choose from kits with plush and more.
Digital Cleanup Day - Virtual Event on 18th March
Unnecessary emails, files, apps, duplicates of photos and videos are all digital waste. This digital waste creates digital pollution that continues to consume energy even when we have forgotten it. Digital trash sits in the backups on servers that provide us with cloud service and continue consuming electricity.
Meat Free Monday Movement
The movement to skip meat once a week continues to grow as more and more people are finding innovative ways to make meatless dishes part of their everyday culture, customs and cuisine.
