Resource library
The resource library contains a number links to free resources that may be useful to teachers and students.
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Sustainable Futures | |
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This CSIRO initiative supports teachers and provides resources for students to learn about creating a sustainable future. Go to Our research tab – Browse by subject to access in-depth information on advanced technologies that are contributing to a sustainable future | |
Green Building Council of Australia | |
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The Green Building
Council of Australia develops buildings, cities and communities that are
health, liveable, productive, resilient and sustainable. Our vision is to
create healthy, resilient and positive places for people and the natural
environment. Our purpose is to lead the sustainable transformation of
Australia’s built environment. | |
Building Green: Classroom Resource- Habitat for Humanity | |
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This is an additional resource that focuses on “Thinking Green”, an initiative by Habitat for Humanity to support sustainable construction choices. Habitat for Humanity is an international aid organisation that builds sustainable houses for people in need. Habitat for Humanity began as a grassroots effort. The housing organisation has since grown to become a leading global non-profit working in more than 70 countries. Worldwide, Habitat has helped more than 13.2 million people obtain safe and decent housing, along with the strength, stability and independence to build better lives. | |
Australian Museum climate change | |
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This section of the
Australian Museum site provides information on climate change, including a
series of interviews with industry experts. | |
The science of climate change | |
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This resource from the
Australian Academy of Science explains key scientific concepts relating to
climate change. | |
Don't waste your energy! | |
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This teacher’s guide
provides a range of activities and information relating to energy. | |
Office of Environment and Heritage | |
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The NSW government site
has a range of teaching resources and student activities available on energy
and resource efficiency topics. | |
Climate Change in Australia | |
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This government site
includes free online learning modules, as well as other learning resources,
relating to climate change. | |
Climate Kids | |
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This NASA resource
provides games, videos, lesson plans and information on a range of climate
related topics. | |
NASA Knows: Earth (Grades 5-8) | |
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Although aimed at lower
grades, this NASA site contains useful information about the Earth, including
climate change. | |