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It's getting hot in here
When the global temperature increases - even a little at a time - the climate will eventually change and that can impact people, animals and ecosystems. Little things you do every day may contribute to the problem - the good news is that you can also help solve it! Learn more.
Question of the week
Sam, Grade 6, Bridgeport asks: "Will computer use lead to a significant increase in global warming?" Read the answer or ask a question.
Global warming fast fact
Nearly one-third of harmful emissions come from your family's car! What can you do?
Play on
Turning on lights, hair dryers and video games puts gases into the air that increase global temperature. How do your choices measure up? Find out!
Get Involved
Is your school participating in Planet Connecticut? For more information about Planet Connecticut, please contact info@planetconnecticut.org.
Planet Connecticut is a middle school environmental education program that teaches students in Connecticut about ecosystems and how their choices impact the environment. A service of the Connecticut Department of Transportation, the curriculum was developed to meet Connecticut Education Department Science Standards and was written by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association.
Connecticut Department of Transportation

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