The Children Take Action – a Climate Change Story
Developed by the Secretariat of the Pacific Regional Environment Programme, "The
Children Take Action – a Climate Change Story" is a children's story book that pursues the
twofold aim of increasing literacy skills and knowledge about climate change among primary school kids in
Kiribati. In a very simplified way, the book enables children to learn the basics of climate change and its
impacts on our environment. The story book is available in both English and te-Kiribati and will accompany
the new syllabus and teacher guides currently being developed for Kiribati primary schools.
Posted on 8 May 2013
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The Great Transformation: Climate – Will We Get Our Act Together?
Based on a report prepared by the German Advisory Council on Global Change, this comic
book aims to showcase how a paradigm shift towards a low carbon economy, sustainable consumption patterns
and sustainable lifestyles can be achieved. Through ‘graphic interviews’ nine scientists from
different disciplines (climate change, economics, behavioural science among others) explain problems and
highlight solutions towards achieving the ‘great transformation’. The comic book is part of a
wider research project on communicating complex future issues to the public. It also contains additional
educational materials and recommendations for further reading.
Posted on 1 May 2013
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A summary of current climate change findings and figures
This WMO
information note summarizes current observations and scientific findings about global climate change. It
will be the first in a series that will aim to make the science underlying the weather, climate and water
issues addressed by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) more easily accessible to the general public.
Posted on 24 April 2013
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Commit2Act – Commit to a Better World!
Small actions can have a big impact! The Commit2Act
App allows you to join likeminded people in taking action for a better world, by signing on to
commitments to reduce your personal carbon footprint. Keep track of your progress and get inspired by a
community of change makers.
Posted on 17 April 2013
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Water Challenge Badge
Developed in collaboration with United Nations agencies, civil society and other organizations, the Youth and
United Nations Global Alliance (YUNGA) challenge badges are intended to raise awareness, educate and motivate
young people to change their behaviour and be active agents of change in their local communities. This
particular challenge badge is explores the crucial role water plays on our planet and motivates young
people to save water and engage in efforts to increase equitable access to clean water.
Posted on 10 April 2013
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Asia Pacific Adaptation Network
The Asia
Pacific Adaptation Network (APAN) is a regional programme that aims to support governments and
non-governmental organizations to build, manage and apply adaptation knowledge. Its mission is to build climate
change resilient and sustainable human systems, ecosystems and economies in the Asia-Pacific Region and improve
understanding and knowledge of adaptation to past, current and future climate conditions.
Posted on 27 March 2013
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