The climate in Washington State is changing as the planet is warming. Scientific documentation shows that increasing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere surrounding earth are raising global temperatures. Washington State is especially vulnerable - our landscape, agriculture and natural resources.
Washington State University Extension, in partnership with the University of Washington, is developing the Carbon Masters program.
Mission Statement
The Carbon Masters™ program mission is to engage volunteer educators and the community with credible climate change science, public policy activities, and energy saving techniques that also save money; the program encourages positive behavior change and civic engagement. Participants exchange 50 hours of professional training for a 70 hour minimum volunteer service commitment over the course of one year. Participants pay a nominal registration fee for materials, of which $125 will be refunded upon completion of 70 volunteer hours.
Autumn 2010 Training
Training is Wednesday evenings 10/6/10--12/8/10
6-9:20PM location TBD.
Training includes:
• Climate Change 101
• Impacts on Puget Sound Energy Conservation
• Alternative Transportation
• Outreach Skill Development
• Weekly Lectures by Experts
• Field Trips to Alternative Energy Sites
• Civic Engagement on 10/10/10: National Day of Action with 350.org
Contact Jacquelyn Styrna at jstyrna.wsu.edu or 425-357-6023 for a program application, syllabus, and to schedule an interview. Space is limited; this is a competitive application process so apply early!
Program Focus
- The Carbon Masters program focuses on changing societal behaviors that contribute to climate change and provides tools to help individuals and communities adapt to expected climate change.
- Carbon Masters curriculum focuses on climate change science, energy conservation, community infrastructure, transportation, natural resources, green economy and social justice.
- Carbon Masters trained volunteers work with families, neighborhoods, schools, businesses and local government to develop mitigation strategies to reduce energy use.