EE 30 Under 30

Creating Intergenerational Change in Our Relationship with the Environment

Sian Crowley

In a glimpse into her journey, EE 30 Under 30 honoree Sian Crowley shares the inspiration behind her podcast and discusses exciting new collaborations in science illustration and communication.

Posted: 11/17/23

Program/Initiative: EE 30 Under 30

To the Young Changemakers of the World

Nina Hamilton

To all the young leaders, educators, activists, entrepreneurs, students, dreamers, and doers out there—this is a celebration of you!

Posted: 09/20/22

Program/Initiative: Global Environmental Education Partnership, EE 30 Under 30

Flying birds silhouetted against a pink sky

Pearls of Wisdom for Budding Conservationists

Conservation Optimism (University of Oxford)

Conservation Optimism teamed up with the Whitley Fund for Nature to create a new toolkit full of tips and knowledge from Whitley Award winners to give budding conservationists the encouragement they need to make a difference for nature.

Posted: 03/01/22

Type: Publication , Article/Report

eePROpel: Maureen Ferry Connects With Schools Around the World Through eePRO

Maxwell Kennady

As part of the fifth anniversary of the launch of eePRO, NAAEE is featuring environmental education professionals who have used the platform to connect, collaborate, and learn. Our first story features Maureen Ferry, creator and founder of HouseStories, which seeks to engage youth with the built…

Posted: 02/08/21

Program/Initiative: Global Environmental Education Partnership, E-STEM Initiatives, EE 30 Under 30, Global Initiatives, Integrating EE into Conservation , Tools of Engagement

Developing the Capacity of Youth Leaders to Drive Watershed Education and Conservation Initiatives in Puerto Rico

NAAEE Staff

Sean Russell, an EE 30 Under 30 Changemaker Grantee, shares about his experience piloting a new group of EarthEcho Water Challenge Ambassadors in Puerto Rico to help empower young people to lead water quality monitoring and watershed education programs in their local communities.

Posted: 01/12/21

Program/Initiative: EE 30 Under 30

Celebrating Five Years of EE 30 Under 30

Nina Hamilton

We have come a long way since recognizing our first EE 30 Under 30 awardees in 2016, from going international to expanding on the opportunities and community we’re able to offer these young leaders. Now with 150 awardees and alumni from 34 countries, through this program we’re honored to continue…

Posted: 09/16/20

Program/Initiative: EE 30 Under 30

Online Palm Oil Lesson Plan

The Orangutan Gang

This online lesson plan, developed by the Orangutan Gang, allows teachers to mix and match four activities including fillable virtual worksheets, video discussions, and online research. Students of all educational levels can learn about orangutans and palm oil and design their own conservation projects through a virtual online classroom space.

Posted: 08/16/20

Type: Website , Classroom

NAAEE Announces First Cohort of EE 30 Under 30 Changemaker Grantees

Nina Hamilton

We are pleased to announce our first EE 30 Under 30 Changemaker grantees! Thanks to a new opportunity open to EE 30 Under 30 alumni, thirteen young leaders from eight countries will receive small grants and technical support over the coming year to implement environmental education projects that…

Posted: 03/06/20

Program/Initiative: EE 30 Under 30, Global Initiatives

Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes

Deadline is 5:00 PM Mountain Time, April 15: The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes seeks applications for its 2019 awards! The Barron Prize celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from across the U.S. and Canada. Each year, the Prize honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive difference to people and the environment. Fifteen top winners each receive $10,000 to support their service work or higher education.

Posted: 02/06/20

Type: Contest

Deadline: 04/16/20

Five days left to nominate an EE 30 Under 30!

Nina Hamilton

Nominate yourself or a colleague today to join this inspiring community of EE leaders. All the program and application information can be found at naaee.org/ee30under30.

Posted: 05/28/19

Program/Initiative: Environmental Protection Agency, Global Environmental Education Partnership, NAAEE, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, US Forest Service, EE 30 Under 30, Global Initiatives