Youth Climate Story: Fracking and Earthquakes in Ohio
Provided by: ACE |Published on: April 27, 2021
Videos Grades 6-8, 9-12
Synopsis
- This video tells the inspiring story of a young climate activist's experience living with fracking-induced earthquakes in Ohio.
- Cody has also led climate strikes and town halls in his community that focused on educating others about proposed legislation that incorporates climate action and social justice.
Subjects: Social Studies, Earth and Space Sciences
Authors: ACE
Region: North America, USA - Midwest, United States, Ohio
Languages: English
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Positives
- The video highlights an LGBTQ+ young adult and it stresses the effects of climate change on younger generations.
Additional Prerequisites
- It does not contain scientific information about how fracking is linked to earthquakes, so you may want to provide some background about the process of mining using hydraulic fracturing and the pumping of waste fluids underground afterwards.
- The video is available for public viewing.
Differentiation
- Social studies classes could use this video to start a discussion about the effects of climate change on vulnerable populations.
- Science classes could use this video as a hook for lessons about plate tectonics, earthquakes, natural disasters, or mining.
- Other resources about natural gas, methane, or hydraulic fracturing include this video about fracking in Pennsylvania, this article about fracking in Colorado, this video about natural gas, and this video about the process of hydraulic fracturing.
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About the Partner Provider
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)
Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE)'s mission is to educate, inspire and support young people to lead the fight for their future. To achieve their mission, ACE ensures young people have everything they need to understand the science of climate emergency and advocate for solutions.
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