Climate Action Resource Center
A collection of readables, watchables and doables to share at your workplace.
Things to read
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.
Loss and Damage: Why climate reparations are top of the agenda at COP27
The COP27 conference discusses climate reparations as one of the biggest issues facing the world today. These reparations aim to address historical inequalities and assist those most affected by climate change.
Intersections of Digital Rights and Environmental and Climate Justice
The Ford Foundation explores the intersection of digital rights and environmental and climate justice, discussing how technology can be used to address the climate crisis while avoiding perpetuating existing inequalities.
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.
Victory For the Oceans: World Leaders Deliver a Global Ocean Treaty
world leaders delivered a Global Ocean Treaty, a victory for the oceans. Greenpeace played a significant role in pushing for this agreement to protect the world's oceans.
Food security in a world of overshoot
The article explores the links between food security and ecological overshoot, and highlights the ongoing food security challenges.
Food Waste Recycling: 7 Steps for Easy Home Composting
"Green That Life" provides tips on reducing food waste, composting, and recycling, with the aim to minimize environmental impact and promote sustainable living at home.
Earth911 Recycling Search
North America's most extensive recycling databases.
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.
Things to watch
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Can YOU Fix Climate Change?
Despite having unprecedented technological advancements, we feel overwhelmed by the rapid pace of climate change caused by greenhouse gases trapping energy and warming the planet. This results in more extreme weather, droughts, and rising sea levels. However, preventing these impacts is complicated Kurzgesagt explains why.
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.
See what three degrees of global warming looks like
This film illustrates the devastating impacts of a three-degree Celsius rise in global temperatures above pre-industrial levels. The effects include intense heatwaves, floods, sea level rise, crop failure, and species extinction, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities. This scenario is possible if urgent climate action is not taken
The End of Oil, Explained
Despite the significant progress brought by oil, it also caused massive inequalities. With the increasing global temperature, why is it challenging to shift away from fossil fuels and can we make the transition before it's too late?
101 Videos | National Geographic
Explore and experience some of nature's most intriguing phenomena in the 101 series, a science class unlike any other.
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.
The Intersectional History of Environmentalism
This initiative sheds light on the often-ignored and erased histories of Black, Indigenous, and people of color in the environmental movement. Through the video, the organization showcases their vital contributions and encourages a reclamation of relationships with nature, while amplifying initiatives for a just and equitable future
Not On Our Soil - A Climate Justice Reality: Feature Film
In South Africa, people face severe climate and environmental injustices, but with knowledge of their rights and democracy, they have the power to engage with elected officials and advocate for a fair transition to a sustainable society. The video features stories of citizens advocating for a better world
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.
A Message from the Future II: The Years of Repair
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.
Things to do
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.
Sign Petitions to fight the Climate Crisis with Greenpeace
Greenpeace provides various petitions to sign, urging governments and corporations to take action on various environmental issues such as climate change, ocean pollution, and deforestation
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.
Learn more about Circular Economy with the The Ellen MacArthur Foundation Podcast
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation's podcast series explores the circular economy, featuring interviews with experts and innovators. Learn about how to create a more sustainable and regenerative economy
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.
Explore the 44 ways you can take action with Ocean Wise
Ocean Wise Conservation Association provides various ways to take action to protect oceans like reducing single-use plastics, supporting sustainable seafood, and participating in shoreline cleanups.
Take Action with a sustainable cause of your choice at EDF
The Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) Action Center provides information and tools to help individuals take action and advocate for environmental policies that protect the planet.
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
Sign up for a Free recycling program with Terracycle
TerraCycle offers recycling solutions for hard-to-recycle waste. Individuals, schools, and organizations can sign up to collect and recycle specific waste items, points redeemed can be donated to preferred charities.
Try the 100+ tips to build a zero-waste lifestyle
Zero Waste Home provides tips and resources for living a sustainable and eco-friendly lifestyle, reducing waste and minimizing impact on the environment
