Tools & Resources
To help you bring sustainability education, citizen science and intergenerational learning to life, we have curated a collection of practical tools and materials. Whether you are guiding your students through a Design Thinking process, launching a Citizen Science project, or are looking for materials to support you during workshops, these tools will support your journey.
Each tool is briefly explained with practical tips, making it easy for you to integrate them into your lessons and activities.
Explore the filterable gallery below and discover new ways to inspire, engage, and empower your learners.
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Now-How-Wow Matrix: Prioritise creative ideas
A tool for evaluating and prioritising ideas based on feasibility and originality/innovation.
✓ Helps refine ideas after brainstorming.
✓ Identifies practical, creative solutions.
Brainwriting: Silent Idea Generation
A silent brainstorming method where participants write ideas individually before sharing.
✓ Encourages creativity without peer pressure.
✓ Generates many ideas quickly
Persona Canvas: Understand Your Audience
A tool for creating detailed profiles of target users or stakeholders.
✓ Builds empathy and user understanding.
✓ Ensures solutions meet real needs.
Miro: Collaborative Digital Whiteboard
An online whiteboard for real-time collaboration and/or brainstorming.
✓ Supports remote teamwork.
✓ Offers templates for design thinking.
Mentimeter: Engage & Collect Feedback
A live polling tool for interactive presentations and instant feedback.
✓ Engages participants with polls and quizzes.
✓ Collects feedback easily.
Canva: Easy Design for Everyone
A design platform for creating visuals, posters, and presentations.
✓ Easy to use for non-designers.
✓ Perfect for creating educational materials.
Jamboard: Digital Brainstorming Canvas
An interactive digital whiteboard by Google for brainstorming.
✓ Simple, intuitive, and collaborative.
✓ Ideal for idea mapping and project planning.
Padlet: Digital Idea Sharing Board
A digital bulletin board for sharing ideas and resources.
✓ Supports real-time collaboration.
✓ Great for brainstorming and feedback.
Kahoot: Fun Learning Quizzes
A game-based learning platform for interactive quizzes.
✓ Makes learning fun and engaging.
✓ Perfect for testing sustainability knowledge.
Zooniverse: Global Citizen Science Platform
A platform for participating in real scientific research projects.
✓ Provides access to biodiversity and climate studies.
✓ Suitable for students and families.
Google Earth Engine: Explore Our Planet
A tool for analysing satellite imagery and environmental data.
✓ Real-time monitoring of environmental changes.
✓ Perfect for climate and geography lessons.
Global Fishing Watch: Track Ocean Sustainability
A platform for monitoring global fishing activities using satellite data.
✓ Visualises the impact of fishing on ecosystems.
✓ Promotes understanding of sustainable resource management.
Arduino: Hands-On Electronics
An open-source hardware platform for building electronic projects.
✓ Ideal for environmental monitoring sensors.
✓ Supports STEM education and hands-on learning.
iNaturalist: Discover Local Biodiversity
An app for identifying and recording plant and animal species.
✓ Engages students and families in biodiversity studies.
✓ Promotes environmental awareness.
Climate Watch: Data for Climate Action
A platform with data on CO₂ emissions, climate policies, and sustainable energy.
✓ Provides real-world data for understanding climate change.
✓ Supports research and decision-making.
Upcycle That: Creative Reuse Ideas
A platform for upcycling inspiration and DIY projects.
✓ Encourages creative reuse of materials.
✓ Promotes hands-on sustainability education.
CitSci4All: Citizen Science for All Abilities
A project promoting the inclusion of Deaf and Hard of Hearing (DHH) adults in Citizen Science.
✓ Empowers diverse participants in sustainability projects.
✓ Provides accessible guides and toolkits.
Carbon Footprint Calculator: Measure Your Impact
An online calculator to estimate your carbon footprint.
✓ Visualises personal environmental impact.
✓ Encourages sustainable lifestyle changes.
Common Climate Myths: Fact vs. Fiction
A collection of the most common climate myths, debunked with scientific facts.
✓ Promotes critical thinking and media literacy.
✓ Helps counter misinformation on climate change.
Climate Box: Micro-Learning for Climate Awareness
A set of six training modules on climate action and sustainability.
✓ Easy-to-use micro-learning units.
✓ Adaptable for students and adults.
Urban Gardening: Practical Guide to Green Spaces
A training course on setting up and maintaining urban gardens.
✓ Supports hands-on sustainability education.
✓ Encourages community involvement and green spaces.
Solution Canvas: Structure Problem-Solving
A tool for analysing problems and developing practical solutions.
✓ Guides critical thinking and action planning.
✓ Perfect for exploring sustainability challenges.
Composting Video: Learn the Basics
An educational video that teaches children about composting, including its benefits and how to do it.
✓ Visual, easy-to-understand learning.
✓ Perfect for classrooms and family learning.
Composting 101: Visual Composting Guide
A free infographic that introduces composting basics, including what can and cannot be composted.
✓ Simple, visual explanation of composting.
✓ Easy to download and use in class.
Busting Energy Myths
A clear and engaging infographic that debunks common myths about energy use.
✓ Encourages critical thinking about everyday energy habits.
✓ Great visual tool for sparking discussions in classrooms and families.
IL4SH eBook: Deep Dive into IGL & CS
A comprehensive resource combining theory, methods, and examples for bringing sustainability into schools and households.
✓ Complete overview of IGL & CS.
✓ Practical guidance and case studies.
Key Insights from IL4SH eBook
A concise summary highlighting the essentials of intergenerational learning and citizen science.
✓ Easy entry point to key concepts.
✓ Perfect for quick use & sharing.
What is Circular Economy?
A simple explanation of Circular Economy by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
✓ Easy entry point to the topic.
✓ Good way to start the Circular Economy workshop.
Circular Economy: Introduction
An introduction to the topic of Circular Economy.
✓ Easy entry point to the topic.
✓ PDF and pptx available.
Circular Economy: Discussion Cards
Discussion cards for the Circular Economy workshop.
✓ Offer talking points for groups.
✓ Collect experiences and ideas from attendees.
Circular Economy: Everyday Eco Actions
Take a look at the Müller family and their habits. Are they in line with Circular Economy principles?
✓ Find alternatives for unsustainable habits.
Circular Economy: Matching Game
Match diverse scenarios to the key principles of the Circular Economy.
✓ Get to know the key principles in more detail.
✓ Raise awareness for the ideas behind the Ciruclar Economy.
Circular Economy: Waste Items
Find new uses for waste items.
✓ Get creative finding new uses.
✓ Apply the Circular Economy principles.
Circular Economy: All Workhop Materials
Find new all the materials for the Circular Economy workshop.
✓ Printable versions of the exercises.
✓ Online version if you want to go paperless.
Circular Economy: Key Principles
Get to know the key principles of the Circular Economy.
✓ Visual representation of the principles.
✓ PDF and pptx available.
Looping - Sort, Recycle, Smile
A useful app that helps identifying how to properly recycle or dispose of various household items.
✓ Broad range of items available.
✓ Free to download and use.
The Ellen MacArthur Foundation
An educational platform with resources to learn more about circular economy principles.
✓ Includes courses, videos, reports and more.
✓ Resources are free to use.