Rainforests
Rainforests are forests which grow in areas of high rainfall. Tropical rainforests are found between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capric...
Teenagers
Our world is amazing! This is the right place to find the information you need on the information that's important to you about taking care of our planet. Whether it's so you can start making a difference yourself, or you need the lowdown for a piece of coursework, here's the place to find the eco info you're looking for!
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Rainforest Animals
Animals of the rain forests are provided with a variety of habitats in the different layers of the forest trees. Some live at the top of the talles...
Global Warming
Global warming is the increase of average world temperatures as a result of what is known as the greenhouse effect.
Oceans of plastic
The new findings were released at the American Association for the Advancement of Science's annual meeting. The amount of plastic reaching the oce...
Have your say on sustainability!
For the competition, young people aged 11-18 are invited to create a short video clip sharing their views on the environmental issues that concern ...
Red squirrels making a comeback - thanks to pine martens
Photo right: grey squirrel by Alexander Law But they also damaged native trees like oak and beech by stripping their bark and that damage now am...
The Greenhouse Effect
Here is a short video to explain the greenhouse effect. Great for teachers to use in lessons!
Renewable Energy
Find out about renewable energy, including wind turbines, tidal turbines, solar power (photovoltaics, solar heating and solar power stations) and w...
Climate Change
An introduction to climate change for use in the classroom. Recommended for Years 5-9.