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It turns out Leonardo Da Vinci could be the key to tackling climate change, according to new research.
Known across the world as one of the greatest artists and inventors to have ever lived, generations are still inspired by his life and works.
Despite producing his most famous work centuries ago, it turns out Da Vinci is still helping us create new ideas in 2021. The key is apparently emulating both his education and mindset, which experts believe could be the key to preparing young people to take on the challenges of the climate crisis.
Exploration Place joins national project aimed at teaching youth about climate change
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Exploration Place has announced that they will be part of a new national project aimed at teaching youth about climate change.
The ‘Inspiring Youth to Climate Action Project’ will be funded by a $6 million Environment Canada grant.
Working alongside the Discovery Centre in Halifax, Science North in Sudbury and the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC), Exploration Place will play a key role in facilitating the project.
Dov Bercovici, President and CEO of the Discovery Centre says much of the funding will be dispursed to up to 30 Canadian Science Centres to conduct similar teachings.
The Climate Action Project launched late 2020 by Koen Timmers FRSA, in collaboration with WWF and supported by UNEP and NASA. Connecting with 2.6 million students and teachers across 136 countries, the project aims to change students behaviour and society s mindset through education.
In early November, they concluded with their very first Climate Action Day, a 8 hour free webinar with Jane Goodall, David Attenborough, President Santos, Kumi Naidoo, Princess Esmeralda, Lord Jim Knight, Vanessa Nakate, Matt from WWF UK, and many more. During the event students presented their findings and solutions, sent a message to ISS, 2 mayors (from capital Sierra Leone and Moldova) signed our manifesto live, etc.
Abbeyleix Climate Action Energy Masterplan to be launched by environment champion Duncan Stewart
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Irish environment champion Duncan Stewart is set to launch a nee Abbeyleix Energy Masterplan as part of the new Abbeyleix Climate Action Project.
Dr Niamh Shaw, Laois s science communicator in residence, will join the well-known architect, environmentalist and broadcaster who will help interpret the master plan and discuss opportunities for local climate action.
Also taking part in the discussion will be Mark Robertson of Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) with details of funding available for householders who want to make their homes more energy-efficient.