Explore the science of climate change with two exciting new on-demand events from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)! You’ll hear from environmental scientists as you learn what you can do to protect Earth.
Take part in fun
observation activities to earn the Think Like a Citizen Scientist
Journey. Plus, see how scientists use observation to solve problems
that affect the environment.
Hear directly from accomplished women who work in environmental science! Find out how they got their start and the issues that matter most to them. They’ll talk about what they do at the EPA, why it’s important, and how you can help.
By viewing this Awesome Girls event and completing the post-event survey, you can get a special limited-edition patch in honor of the EPA’s 50th anniversary for FREE! Here’s how:
Please note supplies of the patch are limited and not guaranteed.
During this event, you’ll start your Think Like a Citizen Scientist Journey, and you'll definitely want to finish it! Visit the Girl Scout Shop to download all activity instructions and a Take Action guide for free!
Guide available for each grade level, from Daisy to Ambassador.
The President’s Environmental Youth Award is an annual competition sponsored by the EPA to recognize outstanding environmental projects by students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Registration opens every fall. The deadline for the 2020–21 competition is February 21, 2021.
Learn more about the requirements and how to apply.
Dr. Rebecca Dodder, EPA Supervisory Physical
Scientist
Dr. Andrea Clements, EPA Physical
Scientist
Shannon Griffin, EPA Biologist
Moderator: Darlene Cavalier, founder of SciStarter.org
