Environmental education

8 Salesian centers to participate in environmental education, reaching more than 5,000 young people ARGENTINA (MissionNewswire) Don Bosco Jugendhilfe Weltweit, the Swiss Salesian Missionary Office, supported an environmental education project for young people. The project, which will be implemented in eight Salesian centers in southern Argentina between 2022 and 2024,Read More →

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced that $900,000 in grants are available for environmental education projects. According to a DEP release, environmental education grants are available for schools, colleges, community and environmental nonprofit organizations, county conservation districts and businesses. “This grant supports environmental education projects that engage teachers,Read More →

BERNARDS TWP. – Somerset County Park Commission’s Environmental Education Center (EEC) in Basking Ridge is designed to make nature learning engaging for children inside and outside the classroom with naturalists professionals who present science topics using a hands-on approach. Topics range from discovering and identifying animal tracks to discussing theRead More →

Published on August 06, 2022 at 10:48 am The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced today that $900,000 in grants are available for environmental education projects. Environmental education grants are available for schools, colleges, community and environmental nonprofit organizations, county conservation districts, and businesses. “This grant supports environmental education projectsRead More →

An educational center where children learn to protect animals and plants is in danger of closing because no one wants to pay for its upkeep. The Welsh Harp Environmental Education Centre, based near a reservoir in north-west London, is looking for someone to manage it long-term, fearing it could beRead More →

HARRISBURG, Pa. (WTAJ) — Nearly one million environmental education grants are available for schools, colleges, nonprofits, county conservation districts and businesses. “These grants support environmental education projects that engage teachers, youth and residents in actions that help protect Pennsylvania’s abundant natural resources and preserve its beauty,” said the Acting SecretaryRead More →

SMITHFIELD, Virginia., August 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Smithfield Foods, Inc. today proudly announced its donation of $30,000 in scholarship funds to support the 2022 National Conservation Foundation (NCF)-Envirothon competition. The international competition features high school students competing in teams to demonstrate their environmental knowledge and problem-solving skills. from Smithfield donationRead More →

Maryland DNR picture ANNAPOLIS, Md. – The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced $128,000 in awards for student and youth outdoor science and watershed education in the state. The following schools and nonprofits will receive funding in fiscal year 2023. Adkins Arboretum, ShoreRivers, and Caroline County Public Schools willRead More →

MNR provides outdoor environmental education grants for watershed studies July 28, 2022 Funding supports projects promoting science and stewardship Maryland DNR picture The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced $128,000 in awards for student and youth outdoor science and watershed education in the state. The following schools and nonprofitsRead More →

By Gabriel Digue In In support of the tree planting exercise, the Acting Vice Chancellor of Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), Prof. Bidemi Lafiaji-Okuneye called on Nigerians to teach children and young adults the importance of environmental education. She made the impassioned plea at the annual tree-planting event, theRead More →

SUMMIT-TRIBUNE STAFF After more than four years of planning and fundraising, construction of the new Winnebago County Conservation Council Environmental Education Center will soon begin. The WCCB held its second bid on June 14, approved Kingland Construction Services’ bid at its June board meeting, and signed the final tender contractRead More →

Editor’s note: This story kicked off this week’s Future of Learning newsletter, which is delivered free to subscribers’ inboxes every other Wednesday with the trending and top stories about innovation in education. Subscribe today! In early June, a group of educators from Louisiana spent a week in floating cabins onRead More →

Using virtual reality, students can experience environmental processes that would otherwise be invisible to them This article by Micheal Jerowsky, University of British Columbia and Ann Borda, University of Melbourne, originally appeared on Conversation and is republished here with permission. The use of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR)Read More →

Do you understand ? | Universities must incorporate environmental courses into their curricula By Sangeet Anand 22 hours ago The statue of Benjamin Franklin outside College Hall on September 14, 2019. Credit: Kelly Chen Penn’s four undergraduate schools offer programs to enhance student learning in all subject areas. These generalRead More →

Breadcrumb Links PMN Policy PMN News Author of the article: Content of the article THE CONVERSATION This article originally appeared on The Conversation, an independent, nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts. Disclosure information is available on the original site. —— Authors: Micheal Jerowsky, PhD Candidate, DepartmentRead More →

Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew underlined the need for an intense struggle for the protection of nature, ecological awareness and the education of society during the inauguration ceremony of the School of Environmental Education at the Recycling Center of Ioannina. The School of Environmental Education has been honored with the name “EcumenicalRead More →

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida., June 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Community Foundation of Broward today announced a combination of $600,000 in new grants focused on environmental education and sustainability in Broward County. Recipients include several of the region’s leading environmental organizations, which will use grant money to improve environmental conditions while educatingRead More →

ALIGARH: Environmental experts and academicians discussed different aspects of environmental education and stressed the need to develop students’ awareness of different ways and means of conservation to protect the earth from degradation during a seminar national online “Environmental Education” organized by Department of Education, Aligarh Muslim University to mark WorldRead More →

To avoid the worst effects of climate change, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recommends reducing global greenhouse gas emissions by 2030 and achieving net zero emissions of here 2050. Universal Basic Education (UBE) Primary School, Pasali, students during an awareness class on the importance of plastic waste management,Read More →

Westminster College’s Center for the Environment will be offering a series of outdoor educational events this summer for community members, children and families. The center kicks off its summer educational programming with “Reducing Stress and Improving Focus with Nature Therapy” from 6-8 p.m. June 29 at the College Field Station,Read More →

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. — Westminster College’s Center for the Environment (CFE) will be offering a series of outdoor educational events this summer for community members, children and families. CFE kicks off its summer educational programming with “Reducing Stress and Improving Focus with Nature Therapy” from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, June 29,Read More →

AUSTIN, Texas–(BUSINESS WIRE)–NI (NASDAQ: NATI) today announced grants totaling $125,000 to six local nonprofit organizations that enable STEM education to reach students in underserved communities. The grants are for one year and are part of NI’s Business Impact Program which includes a community support component. Last year, NI committed $3.4Read More →

CROSSLAKE – Ella Hautala and Kara Nelson, grade seven students at Crosslake Community School, had two choices for their environmental civic project: write a letter to the editor or perform an act of environmental stewardship. “It seemed a lot more fun than writing,” Nelson said. So the girls did whatRead More →

The Hamilton Conservation Authority is currently offering a full-time opportunity for the following position: Outdoor Education and Environmental Programs Specialist Summary of work The Outdoor Environmental Education Specialist is the lead staff member of the Hamilton Conservation Authority’s (HCA) Outdoor Environmental Education Team. Reporting to the Director of Human ResourcesRead More →

CHIEFLAND – There are three main types of pines in Levy County: barred pines, loblolly pines, and swamp pines. According to forester Eric Handley, the easiest way to tell them apart is by the needles. Both slash and longleaf pines have needles about 8 to 12 inches long, but slashRead More →

The United Nations Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mr. Matthias Schmale, has called for adequate investment in environmental education for children to support the fight against climate change. Schmale said so in his speech at the inauguration of the United Nations Climate Action Superheroes, in commemoration of World EnvironmentRead More →

The ɅLMɅ solar power plant is part of the “Academic Collaboration and Technical Assistance Framework Agreement” signed between GWE and UP whereby GWE will provide UP funding to support the continued development of from Panama renewable energy sector, including scholarships, research and development programs, training, internships, laboratory equipment, etc. OnceRead More →

Environmental education is crucial for communities today to educate them to preserve nature for the sake of future sustainability. In order to instill a sense of love for nature and caring for the environment, environmental modules are taught from early childhood in Fakfak district, West Papua province. Early Childhood EnvironmentalRead More →

Williamsport, Pennsylvania — The Waterdale Environmental Education Center (WEEC) in Williamsport has received a community investment that promises to expand the center’s educational and outreach programs. As part of his efforts to oversee the center, Lycoming College received a $4,500 donation from C&N. The project is a joint effort betweenRead More →

Visiting volunteer firefighter dies crossing coastal road OCEAN CITY – A collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian on the coastal road on Monday evening claimed the life of a volunteer firefighter visiting the resort for the annual convention. The Ocean City Police Department (OCPD) is currently investigating a fatalRead More →

STPUD teaches students about watersheds and pollutants.Supplied/APTR SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Volunteer educators from the South Tahoe Environmental Education Coalition last week brought third- and fourth-grade students from four different Tahoe elementary schools to the Tallac Historic Site to engage them in environmental education based on the venue. StudentsRead More →

May 27, 2022 TRENTON, N.J. – The Assembly on Thursday passed Assemblyman Ron Dancer’s bill that appoints new leadership for the nation’s oldest and largest environmental education academic institution. Friends of the New Jersey School of Conservation are appointed principal under Dancer’s Legislation (A3149), taking the reins from Montclair StateRead More →

See full picture Students gather on the beach after their nature journaling period Provided/ TRPA See full picture STPUD teaches students about watersheds and pollutants Supplied/ TRPA See full picture The Sierra Nevada Alliance teaches students how to identify native plants of the Sierra Fourni/ Sierra Nevada Alliance See fullRead More →

The Citizen Opportunities for Accessing Science Training on the Sound (COASTS) program will train nearly two dozen local community members to become citizen scientists, furthering education and marine management in Long Island Sound. May 20, 2022 By Renee Chmiel, Office of Marketing and Communications University of New Haven students atRead More →

SAN FRANCISCO, May 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — living sequoia proudly presents “Legacy Talks” on environmental sustainability, a three-part webinar series kicking off Wednesday, June 1st at 2 p.m.. Each session will focus on creating lasting and achievable solutions, with the goal of informing, educating and advocating for healthier living. “TogetherRead More →

Education and human resource development leaders and experts from 21 APEC member economies are pushing for more coordinated digital and environmental training and education across the region to prepare people, especially young people, for jobs of tomorrow. Employment in the service sector, industry (including manufacturing and construction) as well asRead More →

Outdoor classroom teaches students to be ‘good stewards of the earth’ Grace King May. 12, 2022 06:00, update: May. 12, 2022 07:58 Clear Creek Amana Middle School seventh grader Emma Staebler prepares the flower bed for planting Tuesday during an outdoor classroom session at Clear Creek Amana Middle School inRead More →

Wirraminna, the book, celebrates the story of how a group of community-minded volunteers from a small rural New South Wales town turned a neglected dam into an award-winning bush reserve. Key points: Wirraminna is an award-winning environmental education center open to the public The four-hectare site includes a dam, wetlandsRead More →

Citizen-led environmental group Protect PT will expand its presence at Penn Township Plaza with the grand opening of a new community environmental education center on May 7. “We actually moved our office to the other side of the building,” said Gillian Graber, executive director of Protect PT. “We went fromRead More →

Posted a day ago Proposed by SC Johnson The Ocean Academy program will reach over 50,000 UK students this year, with a focus on ocean plastic pollution New research suggests less than a fifth of teachers in the UK find environmental education in schools easy to teach LONDON, May 3,Read More →

According to a recent survey* commissioned by SC Johnson, almost half (49%) of UK primary and secondary teachers believe that the current quality of education around the environment and sustainability is not good enough , with only a fifth (21%) finding current programs easy to use in the classroom. ThisRead More →

Leyla Aliyeva is not only the first daughter of the President of Azerbaijan, but also an activist for many causes, including the environment. Many people don’t even know what environmental education is, but for her it has always been a priority. Environmental education is being aware of environmental issues andRead More →

Educators were invited to the CEU Environmental Workshop by the Lafayette County Soil and Water Conservation District. There will be a teacher’s workshop in Lafayette County this summer for teachers to learn about “The ABCs of Environmental Education.” The workshop is looking for K-12 teachers who would like to learnRead More →

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection announced that a total of $632,897 in environmental grant funds have been awarded to 63 projects statewide, 50 of which engage youth and adults living and/or working in areas of environmental justice. Grants have been awarded to schools, institutions, conservation districts, and environmental andRead More →

Photo by Jared Acosta By Nick Sergi Earth Day may have slipped our minds (in case you didn’t know or were preoccupied with day-to-day concerns, it was last April 22), but if you or your family think you missed it . In fact, you didn’t miss it at all: theRead More →

Wetlands along the Rio Grande have long been in decline, but a group of students from El Paso are restoring this vital habitat for migratory birds and Chihuahuan Desert plants and animals. Instead of just reading about water issues in a textbook, local high school students are joining wetland restorationRead More →

Educators, nonprofits highlight successes, raise awareness of challenges Colorado Department of Transportation assistant superintendent of maintenance John Palmer, right, and CDOT survey coordinator Dave Seiler pick up trash on U.S. Highway 550 just north of Durango on Tuesday. A crew of about 15 CDOT employees cleaned up a 2-mile stretchRead More →

Easter Arts and Crafts at the Botanical Garden. CHILDREN hopped into the Botanical Gardens to participate in Easter-inspired arts and crafts activities during a fun guided workshop on April 9. The event was a fundraiser for the Environmental Education Garden project – a collaboration between the Botanical Gardens and ProsperRead More →

In honor of Earth Day 2022, Inland Empire Community Foundation (IECF) and Amazon have partnered to award $100,000 to enterprising local groups with programs supporting environmental education in Riverside and San Bernardino counties. IECF Environmental Micro-Grants Program, with rewards ranging from $7,500 to $10,000, was made possible with funding fromRead More →

PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) – “Personally, I have always been inspired by the life and art of plants and animals,” said Eurhi Jones. “So when I get the chance to take a not-so-exciting corner of town and green it up, it’s exciting.” Jones knew she wanted to be an artist at aRead More →

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced that a total of $632,897 in environmental grant funds has been awarded to 63 projects, 50 of which engage youth and adults living or working in areas of environmental justice. Grants have been awarded to schools, institutions, conservationRead More →

Norristown, Pennsylvania – The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced that a total of $632,897 in environmental grants has been awarded to 63 projects, 50 of which engage youth and adults living and/or working in areas of environmental justice. Grants have been awarded to schools, institutions, conservationRead More →

Environmental and climate change education program completed The curriculum for the environmental and climate change education course, which will be taught on an optional basis in secondary schools from next year, has been completed by the Ministry of National Education. The name of the environmental education course applied in primaryRead More →

Residence >> Climate change Following last Wednesday’s first webinar in the series of environmental education activities organized by CultureMedia Service Inc (CMSI) for the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Program (GEF SGP)-Dominica, the two organizations are collaborating further to bring the second in the series, targeting the media and majorRead More →

DIXON, Iowa (KWQC) – With Earth Day approaching, the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center held its annual spring cleanup to celebrate Earth Day. This morning, a dozen community members gathered at the Wapsi River Environmental Education Center to clear invasive species and unwanted brush from the area in hopes ofRead More →

Summer camps are back at Ken Reid Conservation Area with an exciting new partnership with At Last Forest School. “We are thrilled to open an At Last Forest School in the Ken Reid Conservation Area in Lindsay,” said owner and operator Carlin Val. “We have formalized our partnership with KawarthaRead More →

Published 11 hours ago Proposed by duke energy 12 organizations from southwestern Ohio to northern Kentucky received $150,000 in grants. The funding supports programs focused on closing achievement gaps while advancing energy, engineering, and environmental education. Grants a portion of Duke Energy’s multi-million dollar annual philanthropic investments in local initiatives.Read More →

The environmental practices children adopt, the environmentally friendly decisions they witness, and the time they spend learning to love and appreciate the outdoors will shape their future. Air and water pollution, global warming, smog, rising sea levels, melting glaciers and deforestation are some of the environmental concerns facing humanity today.Read More →

I’m so happy that my little sage plant in my front yard seems to be blooming this year! Not because I’m just going to enjoy the aroma and sight of purplish flowers. Because it has hidden stories to tell me, my family, my neighbors – but also my readers. “Mom,Read More →

WILLIAMSTOWN — The Amboy 4-H Environmental Education Center will host guided spring nature walks at 10 a.m. on April 12 and 2:30 p.m. on April 13. Environmental educators will lead the group around the nature center looking for signs of spring. During the walk, participants might hear a variety ofRead More →

A Santa Barbara County nonprofit environmental association tackles air pollution and environmental justice issues in North County farming communities. The Community Environmental Council (CEC) recently received a $300,000 grant to monitor and share findings on air pollution, wildfire smoke, and pesticide exposure at the neighborhood level in Guadalupe and throughoutRead More →

With the help of environmental education, we can better understand the natural and built ecosystems in which we live. Environmental education strives to draw attention to the environmental issues that affect us all, as well as the actions we can take to improve and maintain environmental sustainability. Rather than learningRead More →

A park in North Frisco being developed concurrently with the Northwest Community Park will provide an additional recreation area near the upcoming PGA of America headquarters. Frisco on the Green plans include landscaping to enhance and preserve wetlands and wildlife. City Council on April 5 observed a presentation on theRead More →

Reading, Pennsylvania – Education Secretary Dr. Noe Ortega visited the Reading School District today to highlight the district’s efforts in environmental education programs and to advocate for increased investment in the education of Kindergarten to Grade 12 across the Commonwealth. “With Earth Day fast approaching, there has never been aRead More →

Olympus, one of the largest dairy producers in Romania, and the Nature Talks association, launch the environmental education project “Jobs of the future – nature seeks your help”, through which 1,500 students from Bucharest will learn through play the importance of addressing responsible behavior and the effects of recycling onRead More →

April 4, 2022 Annapolis, MD – Maryland’s brightest high school science students head to the hills, streams and woods of the Maryland countryside to compete in the first round of qualifying heats leading to the 2022 National Conservation Foundation (NCF) Envirothonthe largest high school environmental educationRead More →

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources announced on Friday the appointment of Gavin Smith as park superintendent of the Kings Gap Environmental Education Center in Cumberland County. “Gavin’s experience and personality will be a wonderful addition to Kings Gap and the South Mountain community,” DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams DunnRead More →

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Greenpoint Library and Environmental Education Center / Marble Fairbanks Architects © Michael Moran/OTTO + 21 To share To share Facebook Twitter pinterest WhatsApp Mail Or https://www.archdaily.com/979294/greenpoint-library-and-environmental-education-center-marble-fairbanks-architects Region Area of ​​this architecture project Region : 15256 ft² Year Year of realization of this architectural project Year: 2020 Photographs Manufacturers Marks withRead More →

Mass communications specialist and filmmaker Alexis Yahre premiered his award-winning film “Nature’s Secrets: Florida State Parks” at the Gasparilla International Film Festival on March 13. SPECIAL AT THE ORACLE Driven to raise awareness about environmental conservation in Florida’s state parks, mass communications specialist and filmmaker Alexis Yahre knew she wantedRead More →

See full picture Fifth grade classes at Bijou Elementary School prepare to take the tram to the top of Heavenly. Photo credit: TRPA See full picture The Tahoe Institute for Natural Science teaches students about winter adaptations of animals. Photo credit: TRPA. See full picture John Littleton, Sierra Avalanche Center,Read More →

AskHRgreen.org, a Hampton Roads environmental education initiative, recently honored 10 area teachers with Green Star awards to commemorate the organization’s 10th anniversary. Among those recognized is Pamela Hall, a science, technology, engineering and math teacher at Carrollton Elementary School. Each teacher will receive a monetary prize of $1,000 to beRead More →

The Nigeria Conservation Foundation (NCF) has started involving schools across the country in art and essay competitions to promote environmental education. The Lekki Conservation Centre, headquarters of the NCF in Lagos Mr. Oladapo Soneye, Head of Communications, NGF revealed this in a statement made available to EnviroNews in Lagos. SoneyeRead More →

Photo Courtesy: Marine Quest WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — If you’re looking for a fun and engaging summer camp that’s making waves in environmental education, you might want to consider UNCW’s Marine Quest. The program has been in existence for over 42 years. Summer programs begin in June and continue throughRead More →

With an increasing emphasis on environmental protection and activism, the Richmond School District recently introduced its new five-year sustainability and climate action plan. In the end, the objective is simple: “We want to make waste socially unacceptable in the neighborhood,” explains Jonathan Ho, responsible for energy and sustainable development inRead More →

SUMMIT-TRIBUNE STAFF It started with an email and ended with a generous donation of over $30,000 to the Friends of Winnebago County Conservation Foundation. Ultimately, the donation will be used by the Foundation to facilitate construction of the future Winnebago County Environmental Education Center, north of Leland. On October 24,Read More →

By Deandrea Hamilton Editor A woman says she was going to shop at a grocery store on the main road when an armed man held a gun to her and grabbed her bag. She told friends she was so shaken she fled the scene and didn’t wait for anything orRead More →

RICHMOND, Va., January 25, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation recently awarded $1.5 million in environmental stewardship grants to support 115 community organizations in 10 states that work to create a cleaner, greener world and teach citizens young and old how to take better care of the outdoors.Read More →