Climate Action Resource Center
A collection of readables, watchables and doables to share at your workplace.
Things to read
IS CLEAN ENERGY THE ANSWER TO JOB GROWTH?
The advancement of clean energy initiatives in addition to the growing decline of fossil fuel jobs marks a tipping point in global efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reach the objective of net-zero emissions by 2050.
Climate Literacy with NASA
Learn the 2023 realities of Climate Change Crisis
The dirty road to clean energy: How China’s electric vehicle boom is ravaging the environment
In neighboring Indonesia, nickel extraction is causing environmental and social devastation.
Disability and climate justice: How to create a more inclusive movement
SOAS explores the intersection of disability justice and climate justice, highlighting how those with disabilities are disproportionately affected by climate change and emphasizing the need for a more inclusive climate movement that centers the voices and experiences of disabled individuals.
The creeping threat of the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt
The Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt, a massive seaweed bloom in the Atlantic Ocean, has been growing rapidly and is now visible from space. The bloom is caused by rising sea temperatures and nutrient pollution and can have negative impacts on marine life and coastal communities
In a First, Rich Countries Agree to Pay for Climate Damages in Poor Nations- But huge questions remain about how it would work.
The UN climate summit, COP27, ended without a consensus on how wealthy countries should pay poorer nations for damages caused by climate change. Developing nations demanded more funding, but wealthier countries were reluctant to commit. The impasse could lead to increased legal action against polluting nations.
Why female leadership is crucial to tackling climate change and other crises
This article explains the importance of female leadership in tackling climate change and other crises, and highlights the need for greater gender diversity in decision-making positions.
How Health Systems Are Meeting the Challenge of Climate Change
The article discusses how health systems worldwide are responding to the challenge of climate change, implementing environmentally sustainable practices and engaging in advocacy efforts to mitigate the negative health impacts of climate change.
The spiralling environmental cost of our lithium battery addiction
As the world scrambles to replace fossil fuels with clean energy, the environmental impact of finding all the lithium required could become a major issue in its own right
Wetlands & climate change- vulnerability, mitigation and adaptation
An article on how climate change and wetlands impact eachother and key role of wetlands in mitigation of climate change by obsorbing and sinking carbon away from the atmosphere.
Things to watch
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Arctic Sinkholes (2022)
The Arctic is facing a looming methane threat as melting permafrost releases massive amounts of this potent greenhouse gas. Enormous explosions, massive craters, and bubbling gas eruptions are signs of this ticking time bomb. The scale of the threat is difficult to comprehend, and scientists and local communities are grappling with its implications for the future
The great death of insects | DW Documentary
Insects are dying out and scientists and environmentalists are sounding the alarm. Our film team meets entomologists, farmers, scientists, chemical companies and politicians in a bid to lay bare the causes of insect mortality.
The Power of Big Oil (2022)
Part One: Denial charts the fossil fuel industry’s early research on climate change, investigating industry efforts to sow seeds of doubt about the science. Part Two: Doubt explores the industry’s efforts to stall climate policy, even as evidence about climate change grew more certain in the new millennium. Part Three: Delay follows the rise of natural gas; examines the Obama, Trump and Biden administrations’ actions on climate change; and explores what may happen next.
Our Planet: Our Business
The global loss of nature is costing trillions of dollars every year. This 38 minute film explores how the global business community can help to tackle the world's environmental crisis.
Who Is Responsible For Climate Change? – Who Needs To Fix It?
Since the Industrial Revolution, humans have emitted more than 1.5 trillion tonnes of CO2 into the atmosphere. In 2019, we released 37 billion more than the previous year, and emissions of other greenhouse gases like methane and nitrous oxide are also increasing. We emit a total of 51 billion tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalents annually, and these emissions continue to rise, but we must reduce them to zero.
The problem with rice no one is talking about
Half the world eats it. One-fifth of our calories come from it. But rice has a dark secret: its emissions refer to the greenhouse gas emissions, specifically methane, released during cultivation. This is a significant contributor to global emissions and a major concern for climate change. So how can we grow rice better?
Our Planet | Netflix Documentary Series
David Attenborough - narrated nature documentary series "Our Planet" examines Earth's natural beauty and how climate change impacts all living creatures.
Thirst: When Our Water Disappears | DW Documentary
As climate change causes temperatures to rise and extreme weather events to increase, water scarcity is becoming a major issue. The struggle to control limited water reserves is intensifying as everyone's demand for water grows, and the availability of water is becoming increasingly unpredictable.
Why 99% of ocean plastic pollution is "missing"
Scientists have been struggling to find the 8 million metric tonnes of plastic that end up in the ocean each year. They previously thought a lot of it was in the garbage patches. However, recent measurements have fallen short of expectations. Scientists are working on a solution to locate the missing plastic, which could help prevent further damage to marine life and ecosystems
Climate Justice is Social Justice
The fourth episode of The Breakdown discusses how racism intersects with climate change, emphasizing the social justice aspect of the climate crisis. The episode also delves into the Green New Deal's role in achieving a fair and equitable transition.
Things to do
The Climate Change Game
See if you can save the planet from the worst effects of climate change
Participate in an Earth Day Virtual Run
Join them in a virtual run where we will gather together all over the world and commemorate how amazing our Earth is! For every registration, they'll plant a tree on your behalf through One Tree Planted
DIY 7 Steps for Easy Home Composting
You can transform your food waste into nutrient-rich compost for your yard, vegetable garden, or indoor plants. Here's a 7 step guide on composting.
Gift a Tree with Treedom
Give the gift of a tree. Reach anyone, anytime, with a thought that goes straight to the heart.
Volunteer at a Global Cleanup Campaign
The Great Global Cleanup is a worldwide campaign to rid the environment of waste and plastic pollution for good. Join them and help create a waste-free world.
Calculate your Ecological Footprint
The Footprint Calculator is a tool that helps individuals understand their ecological footprint and provides tips on how to reduce their impact on the environment.
Donate to the Ocean Cleanup project
The Ocean Cleanup is a non-profit organization working to remove plastic waste from oceans. You can donate to support their mission of a plastic-free ocean
Try the Ecohappiness 30 day Challenge
Spending time in and around nature is so beneficial to our family’s health and well-being. It calms us when we are feeling stressed and boosts our mood when we are feeling down. The 30-Day Ecohappiness Challenge Calendar is filled with fun and relaxing activities for your family to enjoy together without leaving your own neighborhood. All of these activities can be done from inside your home, on your balcony, or in your backyard.
Attend the EarthX Film & Music Festival
EarthX seeks to promote film and the art of storytelling in a way that entertains, informs and inspires audiences to get outside, push boundaries, and protect the environment.
How to Make Natural Eco Friendly Cleaning Products at Home DIY
This tutorial provides step-by-step instructions for making your own natural and non-toxic cleaning products using simple ingredients like vinegar and baking soda.