Resources
Education & Awareness
The Years Project: Video/Animated Message (on Facebook)
This short animated clip created by The Years Project brings awareness to the dangers of pollution and carbon emissions.
Nature.Org Instagram (on Instagram)
Follow Nature Org on Instagram to keep up with conservation awareness and learning about threats that many species around the world face.
An independent organization of scientists and journalists researching and reporting on climate change and its impacts.
Yale Program on Climate Change Communication
Researches and provides data on public climate change knowledge, attitudes, policy preferences, and behavior.
National Geographic – Environment
Offers educational articles, videos, and resources on various environmental topics, including climate change.
A youth-led global climate strike movement inspired by Greta Thunberg, focusing on demanding action to prevent climate change.
A global organization empowering young people to be effective leaders in the environmental and social justice movements.
Action & Advocacy
In a recent article, Brian Kateman critiques the apocalyptic rhetoric often used by climate activists, arguing that it oversimplifies and potentially harms the movement. He emphasizes that the real danger isn’t a “dead planet,” but a future where life continues under increasingly harsh and unequal conditions, urging a more nuanced and fact-based approach to climate communication.
This post highlights the urgent need for immediate climate action, especially as extreme weather events become more frequent and disproportionately impact vulnerable communities. With the IPCC’s latest report calling for comprehensive efforts, the post urges individuals to hold leaders accountable to prevent the worst outcomes of the climate crisis.
Center for Biological Diversity
The Center for Biological Diversity emphasizes the need for urgent climate action as extreme weather events intensify, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.
An environmental organization that uses direct action, lobbying, research, and innovation to bring about change, especially regarding climate and pollution.
National Parks Conservation Association
The National Parks Conservation Association calls for immediate climate action as extreme weather events become more frequent, threatening vulnerable communities and the natural landscapes we cherish.
Outrider warns of the dangers of climate change and nuclear threats. They partner with media creators and news organizations to explain how policy regarding these issues can help keep the planet sustainable and livable.
Focuses on accelerating the transition to 100% renewable energy for all people, with an emphasis on equity and justice.
Extinction Rebellion is a global environmental movement that uses nonviolent civil disobedience to compel governments to act on the climate and ecological emergency. The group highlights the urgent need for drastic action to prevent catastrophic environmental damage and advocates for systemic change to ensure a sustainable future.
Hayhoe Article: The Battle Fossil Fuels and Renewables
Katharine Hayhoe emphasizes that the most crucial step in addressing climate change is engaging in conversations that start from shared values rather than focusing solely on scientific facts. She argues that by connecting with people’s existing values—such as community, faith, or economic concerns—we can build bridges that encourage collective action against climate change, rather than deepening ideological divides.
A global grassroots movement focusing on ending the use of fossil fuels and building a world of community-led renewable energy.
Political Action & Voter Information
Citizens’ Climate Lobby (CCL) is a grassroots organization focused on advocating for climate change solutions, particularly through promoting carbon pricing mechanisms like the Carbon Fee and Dividend. CCL empowers citizens to engage in bipartisan political processes, building relationships with legislators to foster support for effective climate policies. The organization emphasizes respectful, non-partisan dialogue and aims to create the political will needed to address climate change.
Third Act is an activist organization founded by environmentalist Bill McKibben that mobilizes older Americans, particularly those over the age of 60, to take action on climate change and protect democracy. The organization recognizes the power and influence of this demographic, who often hold significant financial resources and voting power, and encourages them to use these assets to support sustainable practices, divest from fossil fuels, and advocate for strong climate policies. Third Act aims to combine the wisdom and experience of older generations with the urgency of the climate crisis to create meaningful change.
Works to influence policies and elections by holding politicians accountable on environmental issues, including climate change.
Provides voter guides, candidate scorecards, and other resources to help voters understand where candidates stand on climate change.
Focuses on increasing voter turnout among environmentalists to strengthen the political power of climate voters.
Scientific Research, Publications, & Websites
Katharine Hayhoe is a renowned climate scientist and environmental advocate known for her work in communicating the impacts of climate change to diverse audiences. As the Chief Scientist for The Nature Conservancy and a professor at Texas Tech University, she emphasizes the importance of connecting climate change to personal values and experiences, making the science relatable and actionable for everyone.
Open-access journal by the American Association for the Advancement of Science, covering a wide range of topics including climate change.
Environmental Research Letters
Peer-reviewed open-access journal focusing on environmental science, including climate change and pollution.
Provides current data, news, and research on global climate changes and related impacts.
Offers access to climate data, research, and information from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is a United Nations body that assesses and synthesizes scientific research on climate change to inform global policy decisions.
Pollution, Plastics & Fossil Fuels
A recent Consumer Reports investigation found alarming levels of harmful plastic chemicals, such as bisphenols and phthalates, in nearly 100 food items. These chemicals, linked to serious health issues like endocrine disruption and reproductive problems, highlight the urgent need for stricter regulations to protect consumers from widespread plastic exposure.
Founded in the U.S. through grassroots action in 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and over 400 scientists, we impact conservation in 77 countries and territories: 41 by direct conservation impact and 36 through partners.
Launched in January 2019, Beyond Plastics is a nationwide project based at Bennington College in Bennington, Vermont, that pairs the wisdom and experience of environmental policy experts with the energy and creativity of grassroots advocates to build a vibrant and effective movement to end plastic pollution.
Fishing, Clean Waters, and Seafood Safety
Captains for Clean Water is an organization dedicated to protecting and restoring Florida’s water resources through advocacy and education. They focus on raising awareness about the impacts of pollution and advocating for policies that ensure clean, healthy water for the state’s ecosystems and communities.
Protects and restores the Hudson River from source to sea and safeguards drinking water supplies, through advocacy rooted in community partnerships, science and law.
The Wallkill River Watershed Alliance
The Wallkill River Watershed Alliance was founded to restore the Wallkill River to its prime, to act as the voice of the River, and to advocate for the restoration of its entire watershed, using whatever means we find necessary.
The mission of ClearWater Conservancy is to conserve and restore our natural resources through land conservation, water resources stewardship, and environmental outreach across central Pennsylvania.
Founded by folk singer and activist, Pete Seeger, The Beacon Sloop Club is a 501-c3 volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation, protection and restoration of the Hudson River and surrounding waterways through advocacy, education and celebration.
America’s wildlife populations are shrinking, but you can help protect imperiled animals and the places they call home. Donate to Defenders of Wildlife today. Your tax-deductible gift helps prevent animals and their habitats from becoming imperiled, protects endangered and threatened species and their habitats, and restores the health of vulnerable animals and their habitats.
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of the people of the State of Florida.
Guided by science and economics, and committed to climate justice, we work in the places, on the projects and with the people that can make the biggest difference. EDF Issue: Sustainable Fishing
Policy & Research Think Tanks
A U.S.-based think tank that addresses climate change through its energy and environmental policy research, focusing on sustainable development and international climate policy.
A global research organization that focuses on environmental and development issues, particularly related to climate, energy, and sustainable cities.
Center for Climate and Energy Solutions
A nonprofit organization that promotes strong policy and action to address climate change through innovative solutions, policy analysis, and business collaboration.
An international analysis and advisory organization that works to improve energy and land-use policies, supporting sustainable and resilient climate action.
A U.S.-based institution that conducts independent research into environmental, energy, and natural resource issues, with a strong focus on economic approaches to climate policy.