Energy, Climate Change, Renewables & Advocacy

As part of CERES Environmental Education Course, you can enrol in 1 day workshops (professional learning days) that focus on sustainability topics. Through a mix of theory, demonstrations and design activities you will explore energy use, renewable energy, energy auditing and climate change. Learn how CERES teaches about energy, explore other energy programs, resources and have the opportunity to design your own environmental education activity. 

Topics covered on the day:

• Understanding of energy and flows & renewable energy
• Human use of energy and Impacts to the environment
• Climate Change
• Energy hierarchy
• Energy auditing & simple actions for reducing your carbon footprint
• Community actions and case studies
• Energy Activities for schools and community groups
• Creating your own activities and pitching to your audience

Trainer -

Adrian Black Program Coordinator and Educator

Growing up in the Macedon Ranges, Adrian has always had a deep love of nature and the outdoors. Long walks in the bush and grassland on his family 6.5 acres property gave Adrian the opportunity to explore all of the mysteries and marvels that nature has to offer, particularly the local wildlife and fauna.

After completing a Bachelor of Performing Arts and Monash University, and designing for a number of theatre productions across Melbourne, Adrian was yearning to have his connection to nature as part of his career. Along with his childhood friend, Adrian started his own mobile education business – Wildlife Gone Walkabout; an interactive travelling zoo, educating students and adults about Australian wildlife conservation. For 6 years, Adrian traveled across Victorian fostering a deep connection to Australia’s fauna as a wildlife presenter and educator.

Due to COVID, Adrian was forced to close his business and continue his love of sustainable and environmental education elsewhere. Finding the inner city paradise of CERES, Adrian now coordinates the Caring for Climate and Change program as part of the School of Nature and Climate, sharing his values and love of the environment with the students who visit. As a passionate climate activist, Adrian knows that educating young people is one of the best solutions to solve the climate crisis, and create a sustainable and equitable future.

What you will learn

• Energy use, auditing and management
• Renewable energy options
• Climate change and climate action

What you will get

• Access to online resources and energy activities
• Inspiration to teach others
• Confidence in how to create your own activities

What to bring

• Pen and paper
• A desire to participate in activities and contribute to discussions!

Appropriate for

Beginners to advanced levels in education and environmental studies will gain from the class

Photos/Recordings of the event and attendees

During events, photographs or recordings may be taken and by attending, you consent to be photographed or recorded and having your photos or recordings used for CERES promotional purposes only. Please speak to the event presenter should you wish to be excluded.