Columbia University
Nasa: Sedac: Environmental Sustainability Indicators and Trends
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of ninety-four data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine the state of the environment and environmental protection and sustainability in countries...
Columbia University
Nasa: Sedac: Environmental Governance and International Treaties
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of thirteen data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine international efforts to protect the environment. They look at international treaties,...
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Allerin: How Green Robots Are Helping With Environmental Sustainability
Robots are now being used to fight climate change and protect our green environments. They help to fight forest fires, manage our waste, restore the oceans, support renewable energy initiatives, and make agriculture more-environmentally...
Geographypods
Geographypods: Patterns in Environmental Quality and Sustainability
This collection of five learning modules looks at issues related to environmental change and sustainability. Topics addressed include changes in the atmosphere, soil, water, and biodiversity, and what can be done to counteract this and...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Environmental Science: Food Production and Pesticides
Through videos, interactive activities, and readings, students explore the future of food production and sustainability of our current agricultural system.
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International Institute for Sustainable Development
The IISD--the International Institute for Sustainable Development--provides information on all aspects of sustainable development: business, climate change, economic policy, energy, and natural resources. Its website also includes...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Environmental Science: Plate Tectonics,natural Resources
Through interactive activities and readings, students learn that natural resources can be renewable or nonrenewable, but sustainable use and management must be applied to ensure they are available for the long term.
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Ap Environmental Science: Introduction
An introductory module with interactive activities, class notes, lab activities, and review questions which cover advanced placement environmental science concepts.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Environmental Challenges in China
Students learn about the wonderful and fascinating country of China, and its environmental challenges that require engineering solutions, many in the form of increased energy efficiency, the incorporation of renewable energy, and new...
Columbia University
Nasa: Sedac: Health and the Environment
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of twenty-three data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine health issues and how the environment impacts health in areas around the globe. They look at a...
Columbia University
Nasa: Sedac: Marine and Coastal Regions and Sea Level Rise
[Free Registration/Login Required] A collection of fifteen data sets from SEDAC (Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center) that examine the impact rising sea levels is having on marine and coastal regions. They look at mangrove...
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City of Winnipeg: Water Treatment Program: Treatment Plant
The City of Winnipeg water treatment plant is a state-of-the-art, modern facility designed for performance, safety, and environmental sustainability. Take a virtual tour of the plant to see how this amazing technology ensures safe...
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Branksome Hall Asia: Design and Inquiry: Sustainable Design
Sustainable design is a philosophy of developing products in line with social, economic, and ecological sustainability principles. In design, it is important to understand the distinction between Green Design and Sustainable Design....
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Neef: National Environmental Education Week
A toolkit preparing students with STEM knowledge to apply to solving environmental problems. Focused lessons on topics like biomimicry, environmental conservation, and sustainable energy. Games and apps are recommended.
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World Resources Institute
The World Resources Institute is a non-profit environmental organization. They monitor environmental degradation around the world, such as from deforestation, and work at promoting development that is environmentally sustainable.
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Brumark: Sustainable Flooring: Natural vs. Synthetic
Explains the advantages and disadvantages of installing synthetic versus natural flooring in a home. The emphasis is on the importance of considering the environment and trying to make an environmentally-sustainable choice.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Finding the Personal Voice of Sustainability
Students explore a more personal connection to sustainability and environmental concerns by reading an article, and rewriting it into a first-person monologue which they will perform.
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The Sustainable Community Movement
This site has definitions and explanations of Sustainability, Sustainable Community, and Sustainable Community Movement. Download PDF or Read Online to find Chapter 2: The Sustainable Community Movement.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Learning Sustainability With Sim City
Helps educators develop SimCity-based lesson plans that will encourage students to think critically about the challenges facing modern cities. SimCity is a city-building simulation computer game where players become the mayor and design...
Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences
Powerhouse Museum: Eco Logic: Creating a Sustainable Future for Australia
Students learn about current social, environmental, and economic issues. The resource consists of information and resources about the conditions, qualities, and goals to support a sustainable future.
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Planet Ark: World Environmental News
Welcome to Planet Ark's daily Reuters World Environment News - the most comprehensive source of environmental news on the Net. To read previous news stories, please use the search engine below to find stories relating to any...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Designing a Sustainable Guest Village
This instructional activity introduces students to their task of designing a permanent guest village within the Saguaro National Park. The design must provide a true desert experience to visitors while also emphasizing sustainable...
The Environmental Literacy Council
Environmental Literacy Council: For Students
Environmental Literacy Council wants to build a fundamental understanding of the systems of the world, both living and non-living, along with the analytical skills needed to weigh scientific evidence and policy choices in young people....
The Environmental Literacy Council
Environmental Literacy Council: Teacher Resources
Environmental Literacy Council offers teacher resources for a variety discrete subjects and grade levels in this website. Teachers looking for classroom activities, labs, and quizzes about environmental science that are reviewed by...