We all use lots of energy in our day-to-day lives: from heating our homes, to kitchen appliances and charging our phones.
In fact, we use more energy globally with every passing year. What a lot of us don’t regularly think about is where this energy comes from, and what the side effects are.
What you’ll learn about carbon emissions and why it matters:
Man-made carbon emissions are directly linked to global warming and climate change.
This means it is more important than ever to find innovative, long-term solutions to reduce carbon emissions that come from the power sector.
While 25% o…

Timberland’s reintroduction of cotton farming in Haiti not only allows them to source better raw materials for their products, but it has recreated an industry that had vanished from the island.This is a good example of how Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) can be used to create genuine opportunities and boost local communities rather than being seen as a burden by companies.
What you’ll learn about cotton farming in Haiti and Timberland’s intervention:
Watching this video, you will learn about cotton farming and its brief history in Haiti. More importantly, you will also s…

Polar bears are one of the most magnificent mammals on our planet. These Arctic giants can swim for days at a time, and weigh as much as 10 adult men!

Sadly, these beautiful bears are at significant risk of extinction due to the effects of man-made global warming: their habitat is quickly melting and their food chain is collapsing.We need to act now if we want to save polar bears and ensure that they continue to roam their Arctic home now and in the future!
What you’ll learn about polar bears and why it matters:
With the help of this infographic, you’ll learn all…

Forest Gardens provide a more natural alternative to traditional crop farming which is better for the environment and more resilient to climate change. Instead of working to create a monoculture, forest gardens embrace a diversity of plants and try to mimic a forest ecosystem. Play this quiz to earn points towards a SEED, and participate in reforesting the world!
What You’ll Learn about Forest Gardens and why it’s Important
You’ll learn about the basics of forest gardening and how it is different from more traditional means of food production. We’ve come to see crop farming, wit…