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The information and inspiration we need to save our planet
We must cut greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. Luckily, we know exactly how to do it.
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A 10-step plan for a cleaner, safer, and healthier future
Earth School is a 10-step action plan designed to help us reach net zero emissions by 2050. Through curated content and supporting lesson materials, Earth School lays out the problems we need to tackle, the solutions we should explore and the exciting initiatives already making a difference. And if you're wondering "what next?", check out our Action Guide. No matter your level of influence, you have a part to play.
Get started by watching the videos below, or take one of our quizzes to start building your personalized learning library.
Electrify Transportation
Goal: Reduce 8 gigatons of transportation emissions to 2 gigatons by 2050.
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Decarbonize the Grid
Goal: Reduce 24 gigatons of global electricity and heating emissions to 3 gigatons by 2050.
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Stanford researchers find high emissions of greenhouse gases and toxic pollutants from gas stoves
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Turn Movements into Action
Goal: Gain traction with three vital constituencies: voters, government representatives, and corporations.
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These South Florida 4th-graders have a message for their elected officials about climate change
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Take action now
This Speed & Scale action guide lists the most impactful steps you and your community can take to help preserve our planet. Discover your power to make a difference.
Get a certificate for completing Earth School
Get a certificate for completing any 30 lessons in Earth School. Here's how:
- Make sure you are signed into your TED-Ed account. Register if you don't already have an account.
- To complete a lesson, WATCH the video and finish all the questions in the THINK section.
- Complete any 30 lessons - you'll get a on each lesson you complete in Earth School.
That's it! You will get your certificate in an email.