NASA
NASA | Plant Productivity in a Warming World
The past decade is the warmest on record since instrumental measurements began in the 1880s. Previous research suggested that in the '80s and '90s, warmer global temperatures and higher levels of precipitation -- factors associated with...
Next Animation Studio
Climate change to push North Atlantic jet stream northward
If this weather-controlling air current moves northward, the U.S. and Europe are in for centuries of nasty weather.
Espresso Media
The Devastating Effects of Drought on Agriculture and Animal Sanctuaries
The video portrays the devastating effects of a severe drought on a sanctuary for horses and the wider agricultural industry in South Africa. The lack of water has resulted in lost jobs, reduced crop yields, and a threat to the survival...
Next Animation Studio
How to stop global warming in five easy steps
Following a UN panel’s warning that humankind is running out of time to stop the daily increase in carbon emissions, an academic shows us how easy it is to fix the problem.
The Wall Street Journal
Showcase: Designing the Future City
A look at some of the most futuristic cityscapes from celebrated architect Bjarke Ingels.
Curated Video
The United Colonies of America: More Diverse Than You'd Think
Despite their many differences, the North American colonies eventually came together as one country – the United States of America. It’s that acceptance of other cultures, other ideas, other people, that makes us truly American.
After Skool
Moon Speech - John F. Kennedy (Animated)
On September 12, 1962, John F. Kennedy gave one of the best speeches in recorded history. "We choose to go to the moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard, because that goal will...
Science360
Melting Mountain Glaciers -- Changing Planet
The world's glaciers are shrinking at alarming rates, and many scientists believe it is due to changes in climate. Dr. Lonnie Thompson of Ohio State University and Dr. Douglas Hardy of UMass-Amherst discuss glaciers and how they melt,...
Next Animation Studio
U.S. coastline to sink by up to 25 inches by 2050
Galveston could sink 25 inches as sea-level rise combines with a continental sagging effect to cause increased coastal flooding.
SWPictures
WHAT A WASTE - Green Designs
Buildings are among the biggest wasters of energy on the planet. This programme looks at the alternatives – and visits what are being billed as some of the greenest buildings in the world. At the moment almost 40% of all global...
Encyclopaedia Britannica
Britannica Insights: The Fight for Clean Drinking Water
Learn more about the importance of clean drinking water in this interview with Gitanjali Rao.
Ancient Lights Media
Australia: Climatic Features, Animals and Plant Life
This clip looks at Australia's climate and native animal and plant life.
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Weather and Climate
The video explains the difference between weather and climate, using examples of cold and snowy winter weather versus hot and sunny summer weather. This video is part of the 10-part series, Climates.
NASA
NASA | Aquarius Water Cycle
Scientists need a breadth of information to understand the ocean's processes. That's where Aquarius comes in: the sensor will use advanced technologies to give NASA its first space-based measurements of sea surface salinity, helping...
PBS
What the Cutest Animal Can Teach Us About Saving Ourselves
Climate change is affecting lots of living things, including the fluffy, cute ones. What can the adorable pika teach humans about adapting to global warming?
Espresso Media
The Women of Standing Rock: The Battle for Freedom and Justice
The Women of Standing Rock part 3/8: This video captures the intense standoff between Native American protesters and law enforcement during the North Treaty camp raid. It highlights the peaceful resistance of the protesters and their...
The EcoHero Show
Straw Wars
Environmental Rap Superhero Mr. Eco and his nephew/niece crew battle Darth Litterbug who wants everyone to use single use plastic straws no matter the cost to the environment!
NASA
NASA | MAVEN Magnetometer
When you navigate with a compass you can orient yourself thanks to Earth's global magnetic field. But on Mars, if you were to walk around with a compass it would haphazardly point from one anomaly to another, because the Red Planet does...
Ancient Lights Media
Atlas of the United States: Montana
This program explores the geography, history, and some important cultural features of the Mountain Region of the United States. The individual states of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming, Idaho and Montana are presented in detail.
Curated Video
Earth's Seasons
Winter, spring, summer, and autumn - these are the four seasons on our planet. Discover why they occur, as well as how the tilt of the Earth and its orbit around the sun influence the varying weather patterns throughout the year. The...
Next Animation Studio
Tibetan Plateau ideal position for powerful observatory to bridge East-West divide
The world’s most powerful astronomical observatories are currently almost all located in the Western Hemisphere, but a new study proposes that the Tibetan Plateau in China provides ideal conditions for large telescopes built in the East.
Ancient Lights Media
Switzerland
This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Switzerland.
EarthEcho International
STEMExplore: Studying Tree Rings to Reconstruct Fire History and Climate Change
The video features a researcher studying the effect of fire history and climate on a type of tree changing from conifers to shrubs. Using tree rings, he reconstructs the history of Oak Shrub Fields and matches fire events with other...