US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Envirofacts Data Warehouse
Using zip codes, this site allows students to locate businesses in their communities that are producing wastes.
Other
Koshland Science Museum: Earth Lab: Degrees of Change
This resource provides information on all of the aspects of global warming, climate change, and the future of the earth.
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Lesson Plans, Teacher Guides and Online Resources for Educators
Find an array of environmental and science-based lesson plans, activities and ideas from the EPA, other federal agencies, and external organizations.
US Department of Energy
Eere: Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center Program
The Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center Program offers valuable information regarding the use of alternative fuels in the United States. This center is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy's Clean City action....
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European Union
Eu: Assessing Environmentall Impacts of Research/innovation Policy [Pdf]
A short guide to assessing the environmental impacts of scientific research and innovation policy.
Other
Environmental Atlas Berlin/traffic Hydrocarbons
Graphics and text in English for airborne hydrocarbons.
TeachEngineering
Teach Engineering: The Air We Breathe
During this lesson, students will learn what causes air pollution and how to investigate the different pollutants that exist, such as toxic gases and particulate matter. Students will investigate the technologies developed by engineers...
Other
North Carolina Deq: The Adventures of Clair & Cam [Pdf]
The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality offers the PDF "The Adventures of Clair & Cam" a K-5 Curriculum & Activity Guide which provides air quality education videos, lessons, activities, and music. Requires Adobe...
US Environmental Protection Agency
Epa: Acid Rain
Explore more about acid rain. This is an online experiment to observe "The influence of acid rain on plant growth." Find out how acid rain can damage your plants directly and indirectly.
Other
New Talk: Is Nuclear Power Essential to Climate Change and Energy Independence?
New Talk provides an online forum where a panel of non partisan experts in their field discuss relevant domestic issues of today. This discussion focuses on nuclear power, climate change, and energy independence. Readers can comment, but...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Life Is a Breath of Fresh Air
In this lesson from "The Friends of Auntie Litter", (www.auntielitter.org), air pollution and harmful emissions, such as smog, will be explored. Students will also create a leaf rubbing. This is one lesson from the "Take Pride Statewide"...
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: Ruler of the World
You are now King or Queen of the World and your loyal subjects need your help. You must choose a new mix of energy sources to limit emissions while generating enough energy for your subjects and keeping costs low.
University Corporation for Atmospheric Research
Ucar: Air Pollution Solutions
While air pollution is a serious problem, it is a problem that we can solve. Learn about actions people can take to reduce emissions and improve air quality.
PBS
Pbs Teachers:world in the Balance: Who Will Take the Heat?
Examine the environmental, economic and political issues surrounding global climate change policy. Conduct a role-play, and explore the options available to tackle global climate issues.
Other
The Catholic University of America: Clean Air Act
This site briefly explains the Clean Air Act, as well as having links to very in-depth explanations of the act.