climate education Archives - State of the Planet

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Project Will Survey Organizations Active in Climate Communication and Education

If you’re part of an organization that works in climate communication and education, please take 20 minutes to complete the online questionnaire. Others can help by spreading the word.

by Oren Pizmony-Levy |February 28, 2023
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Climate and Society Alumna Suzie Hicks Teaches Climate Science to Kids of All Ages

Suzie Hicks, “The Climate Chick,” talks about how she is using television and film to inspire young learners to form healthy relationships with environmental science and help improve the world around them.

by |February 23, 2023

Climate Education in the U.S.: Where It Stands, and Why It Matters

Young people need to learn about climate change because it is going to shape their futures in many ways. What are they learning about it in school?

by |February 9, 2023

The Role of Universities in the Transition to Environmental Sustainability

Preserving the planet is as self-justifying as preserving any other valuable and beautiful creation. It is the job of universities to develop and teach environmental ethics and ensure it permeates education from preschool to graduate school.

by |December 27, 2022
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New Book Reimagines Sustainable Development Education for All Audiences

A new book from experts at the Columbia Climate School encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and community involvement to improve education for sustainable development around the world.

by |December 6, 2022

Columbia Climate School Announces First Faculty Hire

Archaeologist and anthropologist Kristina Douglass joins faculty from many centers and departments already teaching at the Climate School.

by |May 24, 2022

EI LIVE K12 Is Back for the Academic Year

Our popular video series for students, educators, and parents returns with an exciting lineup from October to May.

by |September 30, 2021