Global Warming: Changing CO2urse
A FOUR-WEEK DISCUSSION GUIDE FOR THE WORKPLACE, FAITH CENTER, OR HOME
Goals:
- To explore personal values and habits as they relate to climate change.
- To understand the history and science of global warming.
- To empower individuals to take action to curb global warming.
“We are no longer passive victims of the climate system’s slow oscillations;
we are now, as a collective, atmospheric engineers.”
- Alan AtKisson
SESSION 1 ... OFF COURSE
Communities around the world are experiencing the effects of global warming. This session explores personal responses to climate change and why society has been slow to respond.
SESSION 2 ... COLLISION COURSE
To better understand the complexities of global warming, this session breaks down the history and science of global climate change, and identifies our participation in this ecological crisis.
SESSION 3 ... CHANGING COURSE
Although global warming is a daunting issue, there are accessible and significant actions we can all take. This session explores new strategies for addressing climate change and considers personal action to mitigate the effects of global warming.
SESSION 4 ... SETTING A NEW COURSE
What will it take to create a sustainable future? Explore our individual and collective power to shape an effective response to climate change, enabling future generations to meet their needs.
*Course books will be printed and available for shipment approximately January 15 - February 1, 2007. Please contact us to pre-order your course books, or for more information.
The Canadian Earth Institute supports the commitment of individuals who seek to protect the earth.
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