Decoding the Weather Machine

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http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/earth/decoding-weather-machine.html

Source:  By Gina Varamo, Outreach Coordinator, NOVA.

Excerpt: On April 18th, NOVA aired this climate change documentary ...two hour special takes a deep dive into our climate machine to explain why scientists agree that our climate is changing, how climate change will impact our daily lives, and how we can be resilient—and even thrive-- in the face of this enormous change. ...[NOVA is] looking for partners that are interested in bringing a screening of Decoding the Weather Machine to their community. NOVA will provide your school or organization with a free DVD of Decoding the Weather Machine and a screening guide for planning your event every step of the way, from advertising to execution! It includes more information about the climate science discussed in the film, as well as sample discussion questions and panel formats to inspire community conversations once the film is over.  If you’re interested in hosting a community screening, sign up on our website with a confirmed date and location. Once that is received, we will mail you a screening guide and DVD, and post your event information on our community screening calendar.... 

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