Globio
Glossopedia: Environments
This article defines "environment" as a collection of animals and plants in a specific landscape and climate. The concept of differing types of environments is introduced. The impact of humans on environments and all environments'...
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Energy Conservation
Students are introduced to the idea that energy use impacts the environment and our wallets. They discuss different types of renewable and nonrenewable energy sources, as well as the impacts of energy consumption. Through a series of...
Library of Congress
Loc: American Memory: Conservation and Environment
A collection of maps of historical significance which show changes in the landscape due to many factors. Included are maps showing specific conservation projects. Maps are printable.
Other
Wikibooks: High School Earth Science/use and Conservation of Resources
Begins with a description of a case of missing plant nutrients that have been affecting Monongahela National Forest in West Virginia. Lists some of the benefits to humans of the natural resources in such a park. Then explains the...
Environduck
Enviroduck: Greener Home Help Saving and Conserving Water Tips
Ways to conserve water at home. Tips and hints on how to lower water useage.
Other
Radford University: Environmental History Timeline
Worrying over the environment is nothing new, just the term "environmental" is. Investigate the history of concerns dating back to ancient civilization and looking forward into the future.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: Wasting Energy at Home
People use energy in all aspects of their lives - for cooking, lighting and entertainment. Much of this energy use takes place in buildings, such as our homes. To save money and reduce the impact on our environment, many people are...
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Making Species Maps
Conservation biologists know which places are important to protect. How nature guides know which animals can be found in which places, are made possible partly by conservation biology. This experiment allows you to discover how maps can...
The Wild Classroom
The Wild Classroom: Biomes of the World: The Deep Sea Biome
Learn all about the abyssal ocean ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.
The Wild Classroom
The Wild Classroom: Biomes of the World: Coastal Ocean Biome
Learn about the coastal ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.
The Wild Classroom
The Wild Classroom: Biomes of the World: Coral Reef Biome
Learn about the coral reef ecosystem. Find out about plants, animals, adaptations, and conservation efforts.
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine
The National Academies: What You Need to Know About Energy
This very comprehensive site aims to provide the latest, most accurate information available about energy, its consumption, sources of energy, alternative energy, impact on the environment, and conservation. One section focuses on the...
Globio
Glossopedia: Fishes
Learn about fish from around the world. Varying species, their biology, role in the environment, human cultural significance, as well conservation issues.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Can the Color of Your House Reduce Your Energy Bill?
Did you know that the color of your house could save money? Do this experiment to see which colors regulate temperature best in different environments. Learn how painting the house can save money on the energy bill.
Environduck
Enviroduck: A Greener Home Save Resources Like Water and Energy
Go green at home by saving energy, water, food. Learn how to conserve.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Greener Home Saving Energy With Your New Hdtv Television
Conserve energy with Plasma, LCD, HDTV television sets at home. TV saving tips.
Other
Earth Day Canada: Eco Kids: Take Speed Showers
Learn here how to conserve water by taking a shorter shower! By being mindful of how long we keep the shower running, we can help save a lot of water and energy.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Scientific Inquiry, Episode 1
In this classroom activity, students discuss how people and pollution affect the environment. Then they demonstrate ways to recycle, reduce, and reuse.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Ecology and Economics
Natural systems studied by ecologists and human systems studied by economists must work together to ensure a future of biodiversity. This interview identifies the needs for both and ways in which the two can balance conservation with...
Other
No Impact Man
The No Impact Man is a blog hosted by a man who has decided to virtually eliminate his effect on the environment. This means limited waste, using renewable forms of energy, and ultimately changing the way his family lives. Could you...
PBS
Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Estuaries
Learn more about estuaries when you visit this informative site. This resource provides locations of and weblinks to estuaries in the United States.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Green Transportation Environmentally Friendly Transport
Learn how green transportation such as cars, autos, busses, and trains can help our environment.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Greener Food Go Green With Organic and Local Food
Conserve by eating organic food and food that produced locally.
Environduck
Enviroduck: A Greener Kitchen Ways to Save Energy in the Kitchen
Go green and help the eviroment by saving energy and power in the kitchen.