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This website provides information about EPA activities and programs that support environmental education, including professional development, youth and educator recognition, and grants. Environmental education increases public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues or problems. In doing so, it provides the public with the necessary skills to make informed decisions and take responsible action.

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  • What is EE?
  • National Environmental Education Advisory Council
  • Contact your Regional Environmental Education Coordinator.

Awards

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  • National Environmental Education Training Program
  • Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators
  • President's Environmental Youth Award (PEYA)
  • PEYA winners

Funding Opportunities

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  • 2023 Environmental Education Grant Solicitation Notices
  • EE grants and how to apply

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Highlights

  • EPA Selects Educational Organizations to Receive Over $3.6 Million to Support Environmental Projects Nationwide
  • PEYA and PIAEE application period is now  open 
  • Environmental Education Resources - Learning Adventures at Home or at School

Related Information

  • Support healthy and productive learning environments
  • Learn about children's health and the environment
  • National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF)Exit EPA’s Website and EE WeekExit EPA’s Website
  • Lesson plans, videos, project ideas, student awards and more
  • EE guidelines
  • Supporting Healthy Houses of Worship - Effective, affordable measures to protect the health of congregations and staff.
  • Frequent questions about education and student activities at EPA.
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Last updated on October 3, 2024
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