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C-CAMP was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Sciences National Leadership Grant. Museum educators know what it takes to lead engaging camp programs, but they rarely get to play the role of “campers.” From June …

C-CAMP Brings Museum Professionals Together to Spark Climate Action Read more  ›

In regenerative thinking, we consider ourselves and the actions we take through the lens of our embedded roles within larger systems. These systems can be defined by the places we live, learn and work. As we reflect on our climate …

Tools of Transformation 2: An Introduction to Regenerative Thinking Read more  ›

Decarbonize your glasshouse facility. Glasshouses – especially those built in the early 20th century or before – are among the most inefficient buildings. They are expensive and energy intensive to heat and cool, lack proper insulation, and are often tied …

Glasshouse Decarbonization – A New Climate Toolkit Goal Read more  ›

An Ecological Transition The sustainable horticulture program at Ganna Walska Lotusland began 25 years ago when innovative staff applied evolving ecological practices. This endeavor began as a necessity when traditional fertilizers were failing to enhance Lotusland’s living collections and many …

Ganna Walska Lotusland: An Evolving Approach to Climate Sustainability Read more  ›

March 13, 2024 The Climate Toolkit has revised its Buildings and Energy focus area with updated climate commitments centered around regenerative design, renewable energy and decarbonization. The new commitments were developed in collaboration with Architecture 2030, an organization whose mission …

Webinar 12: Buildings, Energy and Decarbonization Read more  ›

Watch our latest Climate Toolkit Workshop, presented in collaboration with RMI, Environment & Culture Partners and America is All In. What is the IRA, and how can it help cultural institutions?The Inflation Reduction Act introduces groundbreaking opportunities for U.S. based cultural nonprofits seeking …

Climate Toolkit Workshop – The Inflation Reduction Act for Cultural Institutions Read more  ›

In the summer of 2023, Denver Zoo partnered with Colorado State University’s (CSU) Impact MBA Corporate Sustainability Fellowship program to conduct a comprehensive zoo-wide Greenhouse Gas Assessment. CSU Impact MBA graduate student Miki Salamon was brought in to lead the …

Lions, Tigers and Carbon, Oh My! Denver Zoo’s 2022 Greenhouse Gas Assessment Read more  ›