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national organizationsThe links below are for nationally based organizations concerned with climate change. Visit their websites: they are great resources!
Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) AASHE is a membership-based association of colleges and universities working to advance sustainability in higher education in the U.S. and Canada. Our mission is to promote sustainability in all sectors of higher education - from governance and operations to curriculum and outreach - through education, communication, research and professional development. Businesses, NGO's, and government agencies can participate as AASHE partner members. AASHE aims to advance the efforts of the entire campus sustainability community by uniting diverse initiatives and connecting practitioners to resources and professional development opportunities. The association also provides a professional home for campus sustainability coordinators and directors. AASHE defines sustainability in an inclusive way, encompassing human and ecological health, social justice, secure livelihoods, and a better world for all generations. Campaign for Environmental Literacy The Campaign for Environmental Literacy advocates for increased federal funding dedicated to environmental literacy by providing a collective voice in Washington< for the environmental education community and its supporters in business, health, and other fields. In 2006, our first year, we helped restore $15.5 million in funding cuts for environmental education. The Cloud Institute for Sustainability Education We work primarily with K-12 schools and school systems, but also provide products and services to groups interested in educating for a sustainable future. This includes professional associations, community groups, faith-based communities, and higher education associations. Executive Office of Environmental Affairs (EOEA) On April 11, 2007, Governor Deval Patrick’s Cabinet reorganization took effect. The renamed Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs now includes the Commonwealth’s two energy-related agencies: the Department of Public Utilities and the Division of Energy Resources. Please follow the links above for more information about these agencies. Higher Education Associations Sustainability Consortium (HEASC) HEASC was formed in December 2005 by leaders of several Higher Education Associations to support and enhance the capacity of higher education to fulfill its critical role in producing an educated and engaged citizenry and the knowledge needed for a thriving and civil society. These organizations recognize that fulfilling their mission in the 21st century requires a broader, systemic, collaborative approach to their own work and that of the constituents they serve. The societal challenges to create vibrant, secure communities and strong economies while preserving the life support system on which we all depend are daunting and will only increase as the world’s population and our need to increase economic output grows. Massachusetts Environmental Education Society (MEES) The Massachusetts Environmental Education Society is dedicated to the promotion, preservation and improvement of environmental education in the state and region. MEES provides tools to connect environmental educators, including our annual conference in March, the MEES Observer newsletter, sponsorship of Project WET. North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) The North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) is a network of professionals, students, and volunteers working in the field of environmental education throughout North America and in over 55 countries around the world. Since 1971, the Association has promoted environmental education and supported the work of environmental educators. There are many environmental interest groups, and many organizations dedicated to improving education. NAAEE uniquely combines and integrates both of these perspectives, and takes a cooperative, non confrontational, scientifically-balanced approach to promoting education about environmental issues. New England Environmental Education Alliance (NEEEA) The mission of the New England Environmental Education Alliance (NEEEA) is to promote quality environmental education across New England in partnership with the state environmental education organizations. NEEEA members include all state organizations in the six New England states. Visit the Member States page for more information. NEEEA is affiliated with the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). Second Nature Since 1993, Second Nature (SN) has worked with over 4,000 faculty and administrators at more than 500 colleges and universities to help make the principles of sustainability the foundation of all learning, practice, and collaboration with local communities. Today, in order to help higher education move from simple good intentions to strategic transformative action, Second Nature focuses its energy on initiating, advising, and supporting select high-leverage national and regional education for sustainability (EFS) activities for which there is a clear need and committed support. Secretaries Advisory Group on Environmental Education (SAGEE) The Secretary’s Advisory Group on Environmental Education was formed in Massachusetts over two decades ago to advise the Secretary of the Executive Office of Environmental Affairs (EOEA) and the Commissioner of the Department of Education (DOE) on strategy for the development of environmental education. SAGEE is a statewide organization of professional formal and nonformal environmental educators who function in a variety of capacities in both the public and private sectors. Active members meet quarterly and work with designated EOEA and DOE staff to provide counsel and assistance in implementing a plan for environmental education throughout the Commonwealth. Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEAL) The Southeastern Environmental Education Alliance (SEEAL) formed under the auspices of the Community Foundation of Southeastern Massachusetts in 1997 with the initial goal to provide educational experiences to young people of New Bedford, Massachusetts. The natural extension of this original goal has led to a regional development of SEEAL’s environmental education and stewardship activities to encompass the watersheds throughout the Southeastern Massachusetts, including those supporting Buzzards Bay, Taunton River, Jones River, Westport River. SEEAL is a group of approximately 28 nonprofit organizations, service organizations, public agencies, public schools and others committed to a collaborative effort for environmental education administered through the Community Foundation. The only requirement for membership in SEEAL is a commitment to the stated mission. The mission of SEEAL is to encourage environmental awareness and stewardship in Southeastern Massachusetts. Student Environmental Action Coalition (SEAC) SEAC-pronounced "seek," as in "seeking" -is a grassroots coalition of student and youth environmental groups, working together to protect our planet and our future. Through this united effort, thousands of youth have translated their concern into action by sharing resources, building coalitions, and challenging the limited mainstream definition of environmental issues. University Leaders for a Sustainable Future (ULSF) The Association of University Leaders for a Sustainable Future (ULSF) is a leading international non-profit organization working to strengthen the capacity of colleges and universities to make sustainability and environmental literacy a major focus of teaching, research, service, and operations. ULSF is the secretariat for signatories of the Talloires Declaration (1990), which has been signed by over 320 university presidents and chancellors around the world. Founded in 1992, ULSF pursues its mission through research, resource development, assessment, membership support, and international partnerships to advance education for sustainability. updated 05/02/07 | 04:39 PM
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