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.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Teaching Geography: Global Economy
Take a close look into two vastly different global regions and delve into the effects the environment has on the respective economies. A video presents areas in Southeast Asia pertaining to the global economy and areas in the United...
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.
American Institute of Biological Sciences
Action Bioscience: Conservation From Treetops: Canopy Ecology
Explore the value of forest canopies. This article and resources that accompany it identify the benefits of a forest canopy: the homes it creates, the medicines is provides, and how it improves the air we breathe.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Create a New Climate for Action
The wealth of information and tools available on this site will assist students and teachers to develop and promote active awareness of the impact human beings have on the environment. Resources are provided to guide them in how to lead...
Georgia Department of Education
Ga Virtual Learning: Environmental Worldviews, Ethics, and Sustainability
Through this interactive module, history has shown that the multifaceted aspects of nature have been overlooked many times in the past. And thus, our pursuit to control our environment has failed and left us wanting. What does the future...
Other
National Environmental Education Foundation
Have you always dreamed of having a career working to help the environment? Here, find information about student involvement, internships, grants and contests, green jobs, and environmentally-minded colleges.
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: A Greener Kitchen Ways to Save Water in the Kitchen
Go green and help the eviroment by saving water and conserving in the kitchen.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Greener Home Saving Energy With Hvac and Hot Water
Conserve energy at home with these hvac, heating and air conditioning, and hot water tips.
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.
Environduck
Enviroduck: Greener Home Saving Energy With Cfl Lighting and Bulbs
Conserve energy at home with Compact Fluorescent Lamps or CFL light bulbs.
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...
Curated OER
Unesco: Tanzania: Ngorongoro Conservation Area
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area spans vast expanses of highland plains, savanna, savanna woodlands and forests. Established in 1959 as a multiple land use area, with wildlife coexisting with semi-nomadic Maasai pastoralists practicing...
United Nations
United Nations Sustainable Development Issues
United Nations Division for Sustainable Development covers issues ranging from Agriculture to Waste. This site offers documents and action plan implementation for sustainable development of the earth's natural resources.
Other
Canada Foundation for Innovation: Lofty Gardens
Dr. Jeremy Lundholm is a Halifax researcher who explores how plant-covered roof can save energy and make cities more livable. He promotes investing in green infrastructure as a way of cooling cities.
Other
Project Wet Water Education for Teachers
Non-profit education program dedicated to increasing awareness of water resources through classroom activities and hands-on experience. Lesson plans designed for K-12 students. Site available in English, Spanish, and French.
Other
Earth Day Network
The official online home of Earth Day offers many resources regarding environmental education. Includes the latest news on environmental advocacy and how to take part in Earth Day each year.
Other
Eco Library: Panoramas
Features amazing 360 degrees interactive panoramas for students to help them better understand ecological variation on our planet. Searchable by biome/ecosystem type, location, or ecological phenomena they depict.
American Museum of Natural History
American Museum of Natural History: Water: H2 O = Life
This exhibition illuminates the concept of ecological balance and the challenge of managing the Earth's water supply. Its videos and images help explain just how important water is to sustaining life.
National Wildlife Federation
National Wildlife Federation: Ranger Rick
This is a very fun and engaging resource for kids and teachers. Students can learn about wildlife and ecology while reading stories and articles, playing games, and doing activities.
Texas A&M University
Ocean World: Bringing the Ocean to the Classroom
Online resource for students and teachers to see information on icebergs, fisheries, coral reefs, waves, currents and more. Provides teachers with learning activities. Has its own ask-an-expert site (Ask Dr. Bob), and provides real-time...