Role of Higher Education Institutions
Join the Columbia Climate School’s Earth Resilience Network as we explore the pivotal role of higher education institutions in fostering climate action and resilience. This event will highlight innovative programs and strategies developed at Columbia University’s Climate School to advance climate education across multiple levels – from K-12 students to teachers and community organizations.
Focus Areas Include:
Teacher Education on Climate:
Strategies to empower educators with tools and resources to integrate climate education into their curricula, fostering climate literacy among students of all ages.
Eco Ambassadors Program with UN SDSN’s SDG Today and New Jersey Sea Grant:
A leadership initiative engaging youth and communities to champion data-driven and sustainable solutions to address local environmental challenges.
A community-based program tackling microplastic pollution through education, research, and actionable solutions in coastal regions.
Disaster Preparedness and Climate Resilience:
Showcasing innovative approaches to preparing schools, teachers, and communities to mitigate, respond, and recover from climate-related disasters and build long-term resilience across disciplines.
Please click here for more information and to register for this event; https://www.learning-planet.org/event/columbia-climate-schools-earth-resilience-network-role-of-higher-education-institutions/
