Climate Action Resource Center
A collection of readables, watchables and doables to share at your workplace.
Things to read
What is Climate Justice and How can we Achieve it
UNICEF's Climate Justice roundtable
Carbon Audit Toolkit for Businesses
Why should my business get involved?
How to Turn Air Pollution into Gleaming Diamonds
To change the status quo of a notoriously destructive industry, Aether found a way to produce a cleaner and more ethical diamond.
To Protect the Ocean, Refinance Your Debt
How “blue bonds” turn national debt into funds for marine conservation.
THE OZONE LAYER IS MENDING, AND WITH IT OUR FUTURE
A scientific assessment backed by the United Nations reported that the ozone layer is mending, with the hole over Antarctica expected to be patched by 2066. Together, we possess all of the tools necessary to combat the climate crisis, we need only find the collective will, political and otherwise, to bet on ourselves, our economies, our countries, and the health of planet Earth.
Why Are Deserts Important?
Deserts can be found on every single continent, and even though they lack water, they play an important role in helping animals, humans and the environment.
Why mental health is a priority for action on climate change
Climate change poses serious risks to mental health and well-being, concludes a new WHO policy brief, launched today at the Stockholm+50 conference. The Organization is therefore urging countries to include mental health support in their response to the climate crisis, citing examples where a few pioneering countries have done this effectively.
Positive Impacts of Tourism on the Environment
Tourism and environment have important, yet controversial relationship, that needs to be in a perfect balance to benefit each other.
The Oceanic Fallout of Deep-Sea Mining
What happens in the deep sea doesn’t stay in the deep sea.
The ethics of human extinction
Why would it be so bad if our species came to an end? It is a question that reveals our latent values and hidden fears
Things to watch
Some of these might be paywalled. But we've got plenty others to choose from :)
Why We Need to Stop Plastic Pollution in Our Oceans FOR GOOD | Oceana
Our oceans are being filled and killed by throwaway plastics. But together, we can create a movement to reduce throwaway plastic at the source and save our oceans. Oceana and our allies are already winning plastic-free victories -- victories that aren't possible without your help
The story of stuff by Annie Leonard
This short film examines the environmental and social impacts of our consumer culture, and offers a vision for a more sustainable and just society.
This Tamil Nadu man turns 100 acres of barren land to an indigenous forest
This is the story of D. Saravanan, a true environmentalist at heart, who dedicated nearly 25 years of his life to turning barren land into a green luscious forest spread over 100 acres, now known as the Aranya Forest and Sanctuary in Poothurai village, Tamil Nadu.
Toxic Cost of Going Green | Unreported World
Kolwezi, a city in the Democratic Republic of Congo, is where around 70% of the world's cobalt is mined. The documentary highlights the environmental and health impacts of cobalt mining on the workers employed by multinational corporations and in dangerous artisanal mines, where men extract cobalt for as little as $150 per month, risking their health for their paycheck.
The Tragedy Of Deforestation | Climate Change: The Facts | BBC Earth
The documentary delves into the dire consequences of deforestation on biodiversity loss and climate change. It examines the causes of the problem and suggests potential solutions. The film emphasizes the pressing need for action to mitigate the devastating impact of deforestation on ecosystems and communities.
World's Water Crisis, Explained
The question of how to price the world's most valuable resource, water, while ensuring it remains a basic human right, has brought the global water crisis to an inflection point.
A Message From the Future With Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
a hopeful two-part short film that tells the story of a possible future where the Green New Deal has transformed the United States into a sustainable, equitable, and just society.
How trees talk to each other | Suzanne Simard
A forest is much more than what you see," says ecologist Suzanne Simard. Her 30 years of research in Canadian forests have led to an astounding discovery — trees talk, often and over vast distances. Learn more about the harmonious yet complicated social lives of trees and prepare to see the natural world with new eyes.
Part-1 (Understand Miyawaki Method) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
Part-1 (Understand Miyawaki Method) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique Tutorial
Part-4 (How to Plant Miyawaki Forest) Growing Native Forests Using Miyawaki Technique - Tutorial
In this step, we have prepared the soil by mixing the biomass & turning the mix up to 3 feet of depth we start planting almost 30~40 varieties of native trees in close / dense proximity.
Things to do
Meat Free Monday Movement
The movement to skip meat once a week continues to grow as more and more people are finding innovative ways to make meatless dishes part of their everyday culture, customs and cuisine.
Sign up for a Leave No Trace event
Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics educates people about their impact on nature and how to protect the environment while enjoying outdoor activities
Calculate your diet's carbon footprint
Try out BBC's Climate change food calculator to find our what your diet's carbon footprint and how your meals impact climate change.
Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage
Our Earth Day 2023 Festival + Virtual Stage provides a space for the climate and environmental communities to connect with the public, meet and learn from one another, and bring new people into the movement.
Listen to BBC Costing The Earth Podcast
Fresh ideas from the sharpest minds working toward a cleaner, greener planet
Good on You (lifestyle app)
Good On You is your trusted source of sustainability ratings for fashion. The Good On You app gives you the power to easily check the impact of your favourite fashion brands on the issues you care about.
Live webcams of Natural Phenomenons
Explore is a multimedia organization that documents leaders around the world who have devoted their lives to extraordinary causes. Both educational and inspirational, explore creates a portal into the soul of humanity by championing the selfless acts of others.
Plant a Tree with One Tree Planted
One Tree Planted is a non-profit organization that allows individuals to plant trees for $1 each, helping to reforest areas affected by wildfires, deforestation, and other environmental disasters.
Donate, Fundraise or Shop to protect chimpanzees and conserve the natural world
The Jane Goodall Institute empowers individuals to take action through community-centered conservation projects, environmental education, and advocacy efforts to protect wildlife and their habitats.
Listen to BBC Earth Podcast
Each week the BBC Earth podcast brings you entertainment, humour, an abundance of amazing animal stories and unbelievable unheard sounds. Explore the world of animals with superpowers, deep dive into death, hear from heroes passionately protecting the planet and get expert insights into corners of the natural world you’ve never explored before.
