Announcements Category

“I’m really looking forward to hearing what youth across Washington think about climate change and climate education so we can use that data to make a change.” - Deja, EarthGen Youth Fellow

Introducing EarthGen’s New Youth Fellows

Posted on March 1, 2023March 1, 2023

Investing in climate education for youth is a powerful form of climate action. As part of our ongoing efforts to foster student leadership, EarthGen launched a new Youth Fellowship program […]

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Announcing Our New Executive Director

Posted on February 9, 2023February 9, 2023

I am excited to announce that after an extensive search process, we have selected Laura Armstrong as EarthGen’s next executive director. Laura is an experienced executive director with a strong background in nonprofit organizational leadership and a deep commitment to the communities that partner with EarthGen

A group of educators in hard hats look out onto a field of solar panels and wind turbines at the Wild Horse Wind and Solar Facility in Yakima.

Washington State Climate Education Takes Center Stage

Posted on February 3, 2023March 2, 2023

Washington is one of the first states in the US to invest in K-12 climate education through a statewide initiative called ClimeTime. Recent articles from The New York Times and […]

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EarthGen Launches New Youth Fellowship Opportunity

Posted on December 7, 2022December 16, 2022

Do you know a high school student who wants to deepen their understanding of climate change and climate justice and lift up youth voices to shape climate education? EarthGen is […]

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Air Quality and Indigenous Communities: Meet Clarene Davis

Posted on August 31, 2022August 31, 2022

This summer, EarthGen became a host site for the Institute for Tribal Environmental Professionals (ITEP) at Northern Arizona University’s Air Quality Internship Program. This program connects environmental organizations with dedicated […]

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Find Your New Favorite Climate Learning Podcast

Posted on August 31, 2022August 31, 2022

With students and teachers headed back to school, life’s getting busier! Check out a climate themed podcast while you’re on the go. EarthGen has created a guide to four of […]

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Summer Reading with EarthGen

Posted on August 5, 2022August 5, 2022

Summertime is a great time to relax and catch up on all the books you have been meaning to read. Our team has shared their top picks for summer reading […]

Executive Director, Meredith Lohr, sits on benches with a group of students at Barge Lincoln Elementary School in Yakima

A Message from EarthGen’s Executive Director & Board Chair

Posted on June 10, 2022August 5, 2022

I am writing today with mixed emotions to share some important news about EarthGen. After 11+ years in the role of Executive Director, I have decided to step down at the end of July. This decision was difficult for me because I love this organization, and I know […]

Thank You, Teachers

Posted on May 6, 2022May 6, 2022

Happy Teacher Appreciation week! We want to express our gratitude to all the fantastic teachers across our state. We appreciate all that you do and the joy you bring to […]

Silas High School teacher Breanne Willard and her three studetns wear Kraken jerseys and stand with the Seattle Kraken's rink behind them.

Tacoma Students’ Community Action Recognized at Seattle Kraken Game

Posted on April 27, 2022April 27, 2022

Local environmental action took center stage as Silas High School in Tacoma and EarthGen were honored at the Seattle Kraken game on April 20 as Starbucks Community Stars. Nearly 60 […]