Climate Education

Adapt Douglas County: A Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a cross-organizational, countywide effort, involving input and participation from across Baldwin City, City of Lawrence, Eudora, Lecompton, and the unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Set in motion before the COVID-19 pandemic, and publicly launched in 2021, the planning process was initially spearheaded by a formerly […]

Dashboard linking historic redlining, tree-cover and temperature exposure in formerly red-lined neighborhoods.

Below are some additional individuals, organizations, and projects in the Midwest that are also engaging in work at the intersection of arts and storytelling, climate action, and sustainable agriculture.

earthday365 is again collaborating with community partners and stakeholders who share our goal of elevating our community’s creative, innovative, and determined leaders. Awards will provide an opportunity to recognize leadership in areas of utmost importance: climate, food, waste, education, and environmental justice. Let us know who you see as a sustainability leader in our St. […]

An overview of the effects of high temperatures, local heat maps, and guidance on how to stay cool.

The Ecology Center helps advance the best models to combat climate change through work with policymakers to establish laws that protect communities and the environment, and educating consumers to keep themselves and their families safe.

The Great Lakes Indian Fish & Wildlife Commission is commonly known by its acronym, GLIFWC. Formed in 1984, GLIFWC represents eleven Ojibwe tribes in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan who reserved hunting, fishing and gathering rights in the 1836, 1837, 1842, and 1854 Treaties with the United States government. GLIFWC provides natural resource management expertise, conservation […]

Engaging teaching activities, Effective pedagogy, Transformative workshops

There is a need for inclusive, interdisciplinary climate education that resonates with students and local communities, as well as focused skill development within disciplines to prepare the next generation of climate leaders. Education is a critical aspect of enabling the Midwest to lower emissions, create a thriving green economy, and ensure a just and equitable […]