activities · 23
what they do
direct service · 20
- Adult Environmental Education Workshops Environmental Education for YouthConducts workshops for adults on topics such as energy efficiency, recycling, and sustainable living. These include the "Home Energizer Workshop" which provides DIY weatherization kits, and "Recycling 101" and "Master Recycler" workshops.
- Bright Students Energy Education Program Environmental Education for YouthDelivers the Bright Students program for 4th-8th grade students, providing classroom presentations and Energy Savings Kits, reaching 133,700 students through 3,500 programs.
- Development and Installation of Educational ExhibitsDevelops and installs electronic and physical exhibits for permanent and traveling installations, including recycling education centers, multi-screen visual journeys, and lobby media displays. This includes designing and installing recycling education centers for Waste Management, Inc. and creating multimedia exhibits for the National Park Service.
- Development of Educational Exhibits and Multimedia ContentDevelops electronic and physical exhibits for permanent and traveling installations, including recycling education centers, multi-screen visual journeys, and international traveling exhibits. This also includes creating interactive computer games and producing various educational videos and public service announcements on environmental topics.
- Electrical Safety Education Environmental Education for YouthDelivers the "TEP Safety Land" interdisciplinary program to second-grade students, focusing on electrical safety and energy saving. Since 2017, 1,570 programs have been delivered to 37,300 students, each receiving a Safety Land Learning Guide.
- Energy Education Programs for Students and Adults Environmental Education for YouthCreates and delivers elementary, middle, high school, and adult programs on energy and electricity education, reaching over 210,000 students and adults in Arizona. This includes the "Bright Students" program for 4th-8th graders, the "Renewable Students" multimedia presentation, and the "Home Energizer Workshop" for adults.
- Environmental Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDelivers environmental education programs consisting of pre-visit lessons, classroom presentations, and post-visit lessons, reaching over 1,000,000 students through more than 37,000 outreach programs.
- Exploring the Anza Trail ProgramOperates "Exploring the Anza Trail," an interdisciplinary program for 3rd-4th graders that uses hands-on activities, assignments, and presentations to explore concepts of overcoming challenges, hope, courage, connections, and seeking a better life. Since 2015, 1,400 programs have been delivered to 34,500 students.
- Exploring the Anza Trail Program Environmental Education for YouthOperates an interdisciplinary program for 3rd-4th graders that includes hands-on activities and presentations, delivering 1,400 programs to 34,500 students since 2015.
- K-12 Environmental Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDelivers a wide range of environmental education programs for K-12 students, including pre-visit lessons, classroom presentations, and post-visit lessons, reaching over 1,000,000 students through more than 37,000 outreach programs. Topics include climate change, water conservation, recycling, energy, and historical expeditions.
- K-12 Environmental Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDelivers environmental education programs to K-12 schools, consisting of pre-visit lessons, classroom presentations, and post-visit lessons, covering topics such as climate change, water, recycling, bicycle and pedestrian safety, and environmental stewardship. The organization has conducted over 37,000 outreach programs, reaching over 1,000,000 students.
- Livestream Production for Environmental Education and Events Virtual Skill-Building WorkshopsProduces livestream events for clients, including remote environmental education during school closures, virtual awards ceremonies, and presentations with remote talent and live Q&A, completing 22 livestream productions in 2020.
- Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Educational Tours Environmental Education for YouthOffers educational programs for school and adult groups at Materials Recovery Facilities, providing hands-on activities and opportunities to view recycling processes, reaching 2,200 participants.
- Preserve the QC! Program Environmental Education for YouthOperates a multidisciplinary program for 5th-8th grade students focused on recycling, water conservation, and air quality, delivering 200 programs to 5,400 students between 2015 and 2018.
- Recycling Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthOperates multiple recycling education programs for students, including "Too Good to Throw Away!" and "Talking Trash in Tucson," reaching over 160,000 students since 2002.
- Recycling and Conservation Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDevelops and delivers interactive programs like "You Do the Blue" for the City of Tucson Environmental Services, teaching players about recycling, reduction, and reuse. The organization also oversees recycling and water programs for the Town of Queen Creek, including the "Preserve the QC!" program which reached 5,400 students between 2015 and 2018.
- Renewable Energy Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDevelops and delivers interactive learning programs such as "eJourneys" and "Powering Our Future" for 4th-6th graders, exploring hydropower, wind, and solar renewable energies. The "SRP Powering Our Future In-Class Program" is offered to 4th-8th grade classes in the Phoenix area, reaching 142,600 students through 5,080 programs since 2011.
- Student Stories of Climate Change Environmental Education for YouthOperates a two-day classroom educational program for 8th-12th graders, delivering 560 programs to 15,200 students since 2023, focusing on climate change science.
- Student Stories of Climate Change Program Environmental Education for YouthOperates "Student Stories of Climate Change," a two-day classroom educational program for 8th-12th graders that provides students with personal stories about climate change from students globally and educates them on the City of Tucson's climate and water reliability plans. Since 2023, 560 programs have been delivered to 15,200 students.
- Water Education Programs Environmental Education for YouthDelivers water education programs to over 360,000 students in Arizona, including interactive presentations and learning guides for various grade levels.
capacity building · 3
- Capacity Building for Environmental Education Guided Environmental Field TripsWorked on training programs along the US-Mexico border and led professional development efforts in collaboration with the North American Environmental Education Association from 2002 to 2014.
- Professional Development and Training Guided Environmental Field TripsWorked on training programs along the US-Mexico border and led professional development efforts in collaboration with the North American Environmental Education Association from 2002 to 2014.
- Professional Development and Training Programs Guided Environmental Field TripsWorked on training programs along the US-Mexico border and led professional development efforts in collaboration with the North American Environmental Education Association from 2002 to 2014.
strategies · 18
how they think
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- Client-Centered Educational Program Design client-centered approachThe organization provides comprehensive consulting and a customized approach to designing educational programs and materials, working holistically with clients to understand their specific educational needs, audience opportunities, and objectives.
- Community-Based Outreach and Adult Practical Application community_engagement_and_practical_applicationThe organization fosters community engagement and practical application of knowledge by training individuals (e.g., Master Recyclers) for outreach and providing adults with workshops focused on hands-on skills for energy efficiency and home weatherization.
- Customized and Client-Centered Program Development client_centered_approachThe organization provides comprehensive consulting services and takes a client-centered approach to plan, develop, implement, and evaluate customized educational programs and materials that meet specific needs and objectives.
- Customized and Collaborative Program Development client_centered_approachThe organization provides comprehensive consulting services and works collaboratively with clients to understand their specific educational needs and develop customized, effective environmental education programs and materials, enhancing quality through feedback.
- Evidence-Based and Engaging Climate Change Education evidence_based_educationThe organization teaches climate change science using evidence from credible international agencies, integrating local context and personal stories, and employing interactive tools like response clickers to engage students and assess comprehension.
- Evidence-Based and Engaging Climate Change Education evidence_based_educationThe organization teaches climate change science using evidence from credible international agencies, incorporating local context and interactive tools like response clickers and personal stories to engage students and assess comprehension.
- Evidence-Based and Interactive Climate Change Education evidence-based educationThe organization teaches climate change science using evidence from credible international agencies, incorporating local context and personal stories, and engages students with interactive response clickers to gauge perspectives and comprehension.
- Experiential and Interactive Education experiential_learningThe organization employs an experiential and interactive learning approach, often incorporating hands-on activities, multimedia, and engaging displays, to deepen understanding and reinforce learning across various subjects, including environmental science and history.
- Experiential and Interdisciplinary Learning experiential_learningThe organization employs an interdisciplinary, experiential learning approach, using hands-on activities, multimedia, and real-world applications to help students explore concepts, reinforce learning, and engage with content aligned to educational standards.
- Gamified and Character-Based Environmental Education gamified_educationThe organization uses character-based storytelling and gamified learning approaches to make environmental concepts engaging and accessible for young students.
- Gamified and Character-Based Environmental Education gamified_educationThe organization uses character-based storytelling and gamified learning techniques to make environmental concepts accessible and engaging for young students.
- Multi-component Educational Delivery three-part educational modelThe organization utilizes a structured, multi-component educational model that often includes pre-visit materials, interactive classroom presentations, and post-visit activities or lessons to reinforce learning and provide a comprehensive educational experience.
- Practical Adult Education and Community Outreach adult_education_and_community_engagementThe organization educates adults through workshops that provide practical instruction and hands-on application of energy-saving methods, and trains community members to become outreach contacts for sharing information.
- Practical Adult Education for Environmental Action adult education and practical applicationThe organization provides practical instruction to adults through workshops, focusing on hands-on application of energy-saving methods and distribution of kits for home use to encourage direct participation in environmental issues.
- Standards-Aligned Multi-Component Educational Model standards_aligned_educationThe organization utilizes a structured, multi-component educational model (e.g., pre-visit, classroom, post-visit) that aligns with educational standards to deliver comprehensive and reinforced learning experiences, often including take-home materials for continued engagement.
- Standards-Aligned Multi-Component Educational Model standards_aligned_educationThe organization utilizes a structured, multi-component educational model (e.g., pre-visit, classroom, post-visit) that aligns with educational standards (ADE) to deliver comprehensive and reinforced learning experiences, often including take-home materials for continued engagement.
- Targeted Multimedia Content Creation targeted_multimedia_engagementThe organization creates engaging multimedia content, including videos and interactive web materials, using audience-specific visual styles, digital arrangements, and popular platform simulations to effectively communicate messages and maximize reach, especially on social media.
- Targeted and Engaging Multimedia Content Creation targeted_multimedia_engagementThe organization creates engaging multimedia content, including videos and web interactives, using professional production techniques, unique visual styles, and formats optimized for specific audiences and platforms (e.g., social media simulation) to effectively communicate messages and reinforce learning.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Exploring the Anza Trail
Living history education program for 3rd-4th graders about the Anza Trail and the experiences of settlers.
Our Water Our Future
Educational program for 4th-5th graders focusing on Tucson's water sources, the water cycle, and conservation practices.
TEP/UNES Bright Students
STEM education program for 4th-8th graders focusing on energy conservation and natural resources.
Too Good to Throw Away!
Recycling education program for 1st-5th graders teaching proper waste disposal and recycling practices.
Watching Our Water
Outreach program for 6th-8th graders that emphasizes water conservation and care for water resources.
Water Smart Kids
Program for 1st-3rd graders teaching about the water cycle and conservation through engaging activities.
relationships · 69
who they work with
- Arizona Game & Fish Department Partner — Works together on wildlife conservation education initiatives.
- Arizona Water Association Partner — Produced 5 PSAs for their "Tap Into Quality" campaign
- City of Chandler Partner — Location for Water Sing-A-Long with H2O program
- City of Tempe Partner — Location for Water Sing-A-Long with H2O program
- City of Tucson Partner — Collaborated on Student Stories of Climate Change program
- City of Tucson Partner — Presents the "Student Stories of Climate Change" program
- City of Tucson Partner — Presents the "Student Stories of Climate Change" program and contributed to its creation.
- City of Tucson Environmental Services Partner — Partner for educational programs on recycling and waste reduction, and sponsor of "Too Good to Throw Away!", "Talking Trash in Tucson", "Recycling 101 Workshop", and "Master Recycler Workshop".
- City of Tucson Environmental Services Partner — Partnered to design the "You Do the Blue" recycling game.
- City of Tucson Environmental Services Partner — Produced 12 recycling PSAs and educational livestreams
- City of Tucson Environmental Services Partner — Sponsor of the _Too Good to Throw Away!_ and _Talking Trash in Tucson_ recycling education programs for schools in Tucson.
- Cultural Center IMFOCULTA (Casa de la Cultura) Partner — Hosted an international traveling exhibit developed by E3 for the National Park Service.
- Living Streets Alliance Partner — Provided educational livestreams during school closures
- Los Reales Sustainability Campus Partner — Visited during the "Master Recycler Workshop".
- NASA Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency
- NASA Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency.
- NOAA Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency
- NOAA Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency.
- NWS Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency
- NWS Partner — Students learn climate change science by examining evidence from this credible international agency.
- National Park Service Funder — Sponsors the "Exploring the Anza Trail" program
- National Park Service Partner — Collaborates on educational programs in national parks.
- National Park Service Partner — E3 prepared a multimedia 'Visual Journey' and developed an international traveling exhibit for the National Park Service.
- National Park Service Partner — Jeremy Markowitz designed and built a multi-screen visual journey and historical documentary for the Juan Bautista De Anza Visitors Center.
- National Park Service Partner — Provided educational livestreams during school closures
- National Park Service, Juan Bautista de Anza National Historic Trail Partner — Sponsor of the _Exploring the Anza Trail_ living history education program for schools in southern Arizona and Imperial Valley, California.
- Nature Conservancy, Arizona Partner — Collaborates on environmental education initiatives.
- New Mexico Association for Environmental Education Partner — Works together to promote environmental education.
- North American Association Environmental Education Partner — Engages in joint efforts to enhance environmental education across North America.
- North American Environmental Education Association Partner — Collaborated on professional development efforts, with Pepe Marcos-Iga serving as President for over 6 years.
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