Library

Foundations & Frameworks

Educating for American Democracy: Offers inquiry-based frameworks to integrate civics and history education with environmental themes.

Habits of Heart and Mind: A report on strengthening civic culture, including environmental stewardship as a civic value.

Earth Force Resources: A comprehensive hub for Environmental Action Civics, empowering youth and adults to co-lead systemic environmental change.

Environmental Education Practices That Support Civic Engagement: Stanford-led research on how environmental education fosters civic skills and community resilience.

Civic Engagement for Environmental Sustainability: Case studies and strategies for integrating civic participation into sustainability planning.

Project Ideas & Toolkits

29 Civic Engagement Project Ideas: Includes environmental campaigns like community clean-ups, conservation awareness, and energy-saving initiatives.

150+ Sustainability Project Ideas: A massive list of ideas for individuals and groups to promote sustainability in everyday life.

36 Environmental Project Ideas: Youth-friendly ideas ranging from pollinator gardens to lobbying for sustainable packaging.

150+ Sustainability Project Ideas: Massive list covering energy, waste, water, agriculture, biodiversity, and green transportation.

59 Sustainable Development Group Projects: Practical examples for students and community groups.

25 Inspiring Civic Action Project Ideas: Includes environmental clean-ups, awareness campaigns, and advocacy efforts.

Toolkits & Campaigns

Made By Us – Civic Season: Annual campaign between Juneteenth and July 4th that encourages civic participation, including environmental action.

iCivics Civic Learning Week Toolkit: Resources for integrating civics and environmental themes in classrooms and communities.

Made By Us – Civic Season: A national campaign to inspire civic action, including environmental initiatives.

Environmental Action Civics Week: Annual celebration of youth-led environmental civic action, with events, workshops, and awards.

Institutional & Community Engagement

Museums as Polling Sites: A guide to turning cultural institutions into civic hubs, including environmental programming.

More in Common: Research-driven strategies to bridge divides and foster collective action on shared challenges like climate change.

Community Involvement in Environmental Protection: Explores the pivotal role of local engagement in tree planting and habitat restoration.

Sustainability in Edina, MN: A local government example of civic-driven climate action planning and community engagement.