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San Francisco climate educators invited to state capitol to assist governor and legislators in understanding climate science, during decision to commit Califonia to be first in U.S. to fight global warming. Actionable education. Beginning years ago engaging kids in climate science -- now today's leading young adult citizens. The Exploratorium: one of the world's most influential science museums. Pioneer in hands-on science education. California Academy of Sciences: Largest Public Green Building in the US Climate educators working with City Hall's programs, part of all communities. Producing good jobs, business opportunities San Francisco wide. San Francisco International Airport's solar power contractor is also a supporter of public climate science education. High Voltage DC project just built by IBEW/NECA Electricians 400,000Volts DC, 0.4 Gigawatts of power under San Francisco Bay. A technology essential for efficient power trans- mission from ocean based tidal and wind farms into the city. Links 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Prop'd Moraga-Potrero Wind power for the city by the bay. Wind parks and tidal power farms on the way. Trained, climate literate work force needed. Climate Science: all ages must be actively involved. Student's Poster S.F. State University hosted one of largest Focus the Nation Teach-in's in the United States 2008 Working with S.F. based leading public awareness campaign.

Meet the community of leading educators, programs and supporters; making San Francisco a world leader in climate education. Museums, K-12 schools, climate education specialists, training centers, city programs, non-profits, businesses, conferences and events. San Francisco -- a truly international city. Learning from, sharing with the world in climate education. Should your program / community partner with San Francisco's, to help each other? San Francisco: connecting with the COP15 Copenhagen Conferences, and Climate Educators Worldwide Teacher's Website for Copenhagen Conference   Projects UN Climate Change Conference (COP15) -- December 2009 The Copenhagen Cafe connecting hub of activity for climate outreach, education and action -- downtown SF. Science Museums and Aquariums Aquarium of the Bay: with PG&E Lab -- climate focused Staff Lead Hands-on Demos all day on climate change and solutions! • Exhibit: Animal Ambassadors: land creatures already affected by CC • Field Trips by San Francisco school groups every weekday morning • Carbon Footprint Calculator   •  Certified San Francisco Green Business Welcoming world visitors -- right in Fisherman's Wharf The Exploratorium Global Climate Change Research Explorer Website Largest Live Earth Concert Event on West Coast -- Held 070707 Hands-on Science Demos presented by ClimateChangeEducation.org Science from the Poles -- Webcasts Exhibit on Energy Choices under development -- in partnership with NOAA More Science Museums and Aquariums in San Francisco Bay Area Climate Education Specialists Climate Change Education .Org Teachers, docents, scientists, artists, techs, students, parents providing pro bono services for thousands of climate education programs worldwide. Portal Websites: For Teachers, Students, Education Partners Kids    Museums    Solutions  Energy  Art   Videos   California Hands-on Science Demonstrations    Parternship Builders    Conferences International Climate Change Education Portal Team of Climate Education Specialists -- Since 1999 Write us: Let us know how we can help, work with your program. Global Warming Discovery --  Hands-On Science Demonstration World's leading demo. Tens of thousands of participants: Since 2000.     ACE: Alliance for Climate Education Assemblies, Class Presentations ACE visits high schools to deliver free, in-person, science-based presentations on climate change, and inspires students to take action.    New in 2009. Assembly Trailer   Book an Assembly   For Teachers   FAQ Personalized Music Video: Crush Global Warming Buzz   In the News   Partners   Videos   Photos   Contact Northern California ACE Team    Los Angeles ACE Team Board of Directors    Careers (young educators, scientists, professionals) A ClimateChangeEducation.Org Partner in Climate & Energy Education Leading San Francisco Schools Saint Ignatius College Preparatory -- San Francisco Stewardship Day   Video Incredible teachers, classes: Mr Totah: -- Nature Nexus Ms. Wolf: Art    Ms. Kennedy: -- Environmental Science 1 2 3 4 5 Mr. Evans:  Religious Studies  Energy    Mr. O'Keefe: Science and Religion Class Content: Alternative Energy   Alternative Cars Photos: Native Plant Garden    Nature Nexus Field Trips:.  1 2   Bicycle Day Earth Team -- high school students getting this high level science. Wow! e.g. A History of CC & Sea Level Fluctuations from Marine Fossil Record Greenhouse Gases and Sea Level   Orbital Parameters and CC Genesis V Magazine:   S07   W07    Videos and Graphics by San Francisco Students       St. Ignatius College Preparatory school (San Francisco) senior Mike Rapadas helped SI grad Jordan Murphy film this video.        Enlightening, funny, inspiring. Matt Delbridge: San Francisco Arts College Graphic Artist Major        Toast Busters Logo for GlobalWarmingKids.net San Francisco Unified School District New Website: SFEcoLiteracy.com Sustainable SFUSD Website    SFUSD Portal Teacher Resources   Newsletter Archive    International & National Conferences -- Link Up with Local Educational Institutions AAAS Conference Front Page News Story Family Science Days -- thousands together: scientists, families, kids, teachers & press doing hands-on science -- fun! Town Hall Meeting for Educators Photos from Conference Training Centers -- Electricians Making Green Energy Possible Training Skilled Electricians Solar Photovoltaics   Energy Efficiency    San Fracisco Training Center Electric TV: Smart Grid  •Utility Workers California Green Building Solutions Partner Education Programs Supported Electrical Industry Leaders Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E): Education Programs Energenius: Using energy wisely and safely -- K-8   Links Environment  Solar Power   Solar Schools Program  Bright Idea Grants Educational Solar Installations  Teacher Training We Can Do This campaign Carbon Footprint Calculator   Safe Kids     Jobs -- Power Pathway Blog: Next 100 -- Future Energy     PG&E Search Page Climate Smart program: voluntary, tax-deductible donations Pacific Energy Center -- business training   Solar Stockton Energy Training Center Leading Electrical Contractor in Solar Power and Energy Efficiency Bass Electric's Solar Power Trailer: Education tool & source of power -- use of donated to climate education and public events Historic International Events in Climate Education: United Nations World Environment Day, 2005 -- San Francisco Host City    WED2005 Official Opening Ceremonies -- California Tomorrow Pavillion Civic Center Plaza: thousands of San Francisco school kids take part in hands-on climate science demonstrations. Provided by ClimateChangeEducation.Org, with Lawrence Hall of Science Chosen to represent the finest of California's education programs for this internationally televised event, with governor announcing that California will be first in United States to commit to fight global warming. Scores of climate and energy events across the city followed over 5 days. City Programs City and County of San Francisco SF Dept. of the Environment:        Climate Change    Carbon Fund    Renewable Energy    Energy Efficiency Wind Power Task Force   Ocean Power   Co-gen   Peak Oil    Solar PV Video Precautionary Principle    Green Building    Enviro Justice    SF Green Business   Commuter Benefits   Event Calendar    Newsletter Kids & Teachers Art  Energy  Global Warming  Buildings  Teachers SF PUC:    Solar: Go Solar    PV    Monitoring Stations Wind: Wind Monitoring    Energy Efficiency Clean Energy Clean Air    Renewable Power Generation Mayor's Office: Building a Bright Future [28 pg pdf]    Education Board of Supervisors   Clean Power SF City Policies   Climate Action Plan    Strategic Plan First City in U.S. to Certify Greenhouse Gas Emissions Home Base of International Climate Organizations 350.org GW Kid's Portal Lights Out San Francisco --started SF, then went international. Now Earth Hour Media, Arts and Film Partners with Climate Educators, IPCC Scientists SF Internat'l Film Festival's Schools at the Festival Program Co-Presenting Premier Film Screenings 1 2 Premiered In 2009: A Sea Change and The Age of Stupid Preview screenings allowing climate scientists, educators and students to review new films before national release. Nationally Leading Regional Government Agencies Bay Area Air Quality Management District • Partnered with science museum climate programs 2001-2004 • Recognition of pioneers in climate education • Included youth programs in Climate Protection Summit • Providing inspiration to international portal for kids • Awarded millions of dollars in grant money to non-profits • Funded development of 4th and 5th grade climate curriculum More Regional Government Agencies Other notable San Francisco developments Clean Policy Initiative HQ's in San Francisco. $1 Billion over 10 years. UN Global Compact Sustainability Center to have HQ's in San Francisco Going back to 1945: San Francisco -- Birthplace of the United Nations.

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