Description: Pressing environmental challenges, such as climate change and declining biodiversity, necessitate the development of an environmentally literate workforce. Youth are also increasingly concerned about these environmental challenges. In this hands-on session, we will explore multiple learning activities that introduce youth to challenges and solutions related to environmental sustainability. These activities provide opportunities for youth to recognize the interdependencies of ecological, social, and economic systems and to consider sustainability-related educational and career pathways. These activities will also challenge youth to apply systems thinking to design solutions that meet the needs of communities while minimizing negative impacts on ecosystems. These activities can be used as grab-and-go lessons or organized into a series on sustainability, such as for a Spark Club or in-school programs.
