Posted by Nicole Vermeer and Sharon Smith on February 2nd, 2010
Forces of Nature profiles the inspirational grassroots work of 12 young
people recognized with the nation's top environmental prize for young people -
the Brower Youth Awards. Among those profiled in short 4-5 minute segments are talented young people who are:
- Transforming the food and eating practices at universities across California.
-Leading a group of 200 students advocating a transition to biomass heating in
Vermont.
-Launching a company that focuses on energy efficiency projects led by
community members.
- Training hundreds of young people to become climate champions.
- Launching a non-profit to create a migratory corridor in the Costa Rican
rainforest.
- Educating a community about the dangers of living near dirty coal-fired power
plants.
The DVD can be viewed in two 25 minute segments, or in 12 short segments.
Teachers who promote service learning and community engagement will find this
an inspirational tool for their students.