Colorado
Colorado has both implemented a framework and passed legislation to teach climate change to their youth. This shows that they have done more than the bare minimum and are currently committed to helping the youth through our changing world. Though there is more work to be done, Colorado has demonstrated that they are on the right track.
Climate Issues
-
Increased frequency and severity of Wildfires
-
Decreased snowpack
-
Decreased availability of water
EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES
The Colorado Department of Education has some resources specific to Colorado available on their website.
POLICY AND LEGISLATION
-
The Colorado Legislature passed HB10-1131 which required the State Board of Education to adopt a plan for teaching Colorado’s youth about natural resources and the environment.The Colorado Legislature passed HB10-1131 which required the State Board of Education to adopt a plan for teaching Colorado’s youth about natural resources and the environment.
-
Senate Bill 14, signed into law on May 2024, created a seal of climate literacy granted to high school graduates showing high levels of climate awareness.Senate Bill 14, signed into law on May 2024, created a seal of climate literacy granted to high school graduates showing high levels of climate awareness.