HEAR FROM OUR COMMUNITY

CHAPTER

BLOG

“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 15: Hands-On Climate Education and Restoration in Elementary Schools
Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors

“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 15: Hands-On Climate Education and Restoration in Elementary Schools

Recently, California passed an important climate education bill, AB 285. So it’s a perfect time to learn from Angela Werner, a 3rd grade teacher at McDowell Elementary School in Petaluma, about her work on the frontlines of climate education. This podcast episode highlights how outdoor, hands-on learning can prepare young students to be future leaders in tackling climate issues. It's an inspiring call for more schools to embrace nature-based education.

Read More
“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 14: Reducing Plastic Pollution in Oakland
Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors

“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 14: Reducing Plastic Pollution in Oakland

In addition to reducing plastic waste on a personal level, California residents are coming together to fight for passage of reusable foodware ordinances. Today’s guest, Kwok Chan, co-chair of Climate Reality Bay Area’s Alameda County Policy Squad, explains how Oakland is working to become the next city to do just that. Mr. Chan discusses key provisions of the ordinance, explains why it’s so badly needed, and shares his own personal story behind why he’s so passionate about volunteering around this issue.

Read More
“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 13: 1st Anniversary Special: Meet the Podcast Team
Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors

“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 13: 1st Anniversary Special: Meet the Podcast Team

In this special episode, Everyday Climate Champions celebrates its first-year anniversary with you, dear listeners. Executive Producer Dalya Massachi talks with the entire production team to celebrate the podcast’s rapid growth and success. Listeners meet the team, get a peek behind the scenes, and learn what inspires these “everyday” folks.

Read More
“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 12: Plant-Based Diets: A Climate Solution Right On Our Plates
Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors Everyday Climate Champions Chapter Editors

“Everyday Climate Champions” Podcast Episode 12: Plant-Based Diets: A Climate Solution Right On Our Plates

In this episode, we talk to Ravinder Sehgal, Board Member of the San Francisco Veg Society and biology professor at San Francisco State University. We learn about why and how eating more plant-based food can decrease our negative impact on the climate. We discuss deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, misuse of energy, land and water, and more. Ravinder also shares easy, everyday tips and recommendations for how to adopt a more Earth-friendly diet.

Read More