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Green Stormwater Education Projects Available for Schools

Posted on September 21, 2021October 25, 2021

Did you know that EarthGen supports schools to install rain gardens and other stormwater infrastructure as teaching tools for students? These projects create new opportunities for hands-on learning, expand community […]

Oyster farm on the beach with many large metal cages full of oysters

Using Shellfish to Teach Climate Change

Posted on July 2, 2021July 6, 2021

Shellfish are an important traditional food source with cultural significance for coastal Native people and the foundation of an iconic industry for Washington state. The shellfish industry here generates hundreds of millions […]

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Join EarthGen at the Summer Institute for Climate Change Education

Posted on June 18, 2021June 18, 2021

This July 28–30, educators from across the nation are coming together virtually to gain new skills for teaching climate change. EarthGen is leading a cohort of educators to the Summer Institute […]

Washougal High School freshman Blake Early sorts his meal waste after eating lunch.

Washougal students earn Bronze-level EarthGen recognition – ClarkCountyToday.com Article

Posted on June 7, 2021June 7, 2021

After a decade of creative problem-solving in service to environmental education, Washington Green Schools has accepted the challenges presented by the pandemic as new opportunities to innovate.

Preview of Climate-Friendly Meals Sustainable School Food Toolkit

Sustainable School Food Toolkit Aims to Reduce Impact

Posted on May 26, 2021March 8, 2022

Nutrition services directors and other school district leaders need tangible, easy-to-implement strategies for making their food systems more sustainable. With support from the Bullitt Foundation, EarthGen created the Sustainable School […]

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Announcing the 2021 Green Medalists

Posted on May 19, 2021July 9, 2021

EarthGen’s Green Medalist program honors individuals or groups who have shown leadership in sustainability, inclusion, and resilience within their school community. These characteristics were more important than ever this school […]

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!

Posted on May 7, 2021May 7, 2021

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! Through all the challenges we’ve faced this year, teachers across the state have shown resilience and dedication. To showcase our gratitude, we’re sharing these words from […]

Climate Change Activity for Earth Month

Posted on April 22, 2021April 26, 2021

Climate change is one of the most important issues of our time. You may have heard about climate change and the impacts it is having on the earth, but do […]

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School Spotlight: Platinum Certified La Center High School

Posted on April 2, 2021July 12, 2021

La Center High School is the first school to earn Platinum Certification in Clark County and holds the distinction of being one of very few Platinum certified schools in the […]

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Extended Deadline – Green Medalist Nominations

Posted on April 1, 2021April 27, 2021

EarthGen supports and recognizes individuals and organizations that are striving to be leaders for a healthy environment within school communities. Through EarthGen’s programs, young people gain the knowledge, skills, and […]