Some resources from federal government sites are currently unavailable; when possible, we’ve provided alternative non-government links to ensure continued data access.

Do Climate Protests Work? Three Examples When They Did.

Provided by: Ecosia |Published on: April 27, 2021

Videos

6789101112

Synopsis

This video from Ecosia gives three examples of successful climate protests and inspires action.
Students will learn about the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, a lawsuit against Shell Oil Company, and Fridays For Future.

Related Teaching Resources

Subjects: Civics

Authors: Ecosia

Region: Europe, North America, United States

Languages: English

View Resource

Teaching Materials

Positives

This is a feel-good video and shows students how their actions can have a positive ripple effect.
The video acknowledges Indigenous perspectives and shows a successful example of their organized action against the Atlantic Coast Pipeline.

Prerequisites

There may be an ad before the video.
Students should know what protests are and why people protest.
Students should have a basic understanding of emissions and the greenhouse effect.

Differentiation & Implementation

In art classes, students can create their own posters for climate justice.
If students are inspired to take action, the teacher can guide students in finding local opportunities to make their voices heard.
Other resources related to this topic are Environmental Justice 101 and Climate Strike and Art Activism - Create Your Story.

Scientist Notes

Teaching Tips

Standards

Resource Type and Format

About the Partner Provider

Ecosia

Ecosia is the search engine that plants trees with its ads revenue. They have a YouTube Channel that has educational content as well to further their mission: to regenerate degraded landscapes, support rural communities and establish climate justice, one tree at a time.

Related Teaching Resources

All resources can be used for your educational purposes with proper attribution to the content provider.