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2040 Film Education Resources

  • 2040 Film Education Resources

    Help your students discover how they can shape a sustainable future with these inspiring education resources based on the documentary 2040. Designed for Years 5-10, these free lessons demonstrate that climate solutions already exist and help teachers turn climate anxiety into action.

    Created with GoodThing Productions and Regen Studios, these resources immerse students in sustainability challenges and solutions while developing critical thinking and collaboration skills.

Encourage students to develop positive, action-driven solutions

Cool.org has partnered with 2040 to guide teachers, parents, carers and students through this innovative Australian documentary from director Damon Gameau (That Sugar Film).

About the film

Motivated by concerns about the planet his 4-year-old daughter would inherit, Damon embarked on a global journey to meet innovators leading the way to a better future. In 2040, Damon speaks to change-makers in the areas of economics, technology, civil society, agriculture, education and sustainability.

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