Step 3: Measuring Success

Every Action Counts

Volunteer Time = 1 hour/1x per month

The goal of Cool the Earth is to demonstrate that every action counts and that, collectively, communities can make a big impact on climate change. Every action coupon that is turned in is tallied by a volunteer and accounted for on a Cool the Earth banner that’s hung prominently on campus for students and parents to see. The actions are also entered into an easy-to-use online form.

Collective Action Means Big Impact

The total number of actions is reflected on the Cool the Earth banner against an Action Goal for the school. Each month the school community gets the satisfaction of seeing how close they are to their goal. Along with the school’s total number of actions and pounds of carbon saved displayed on the website, there are also cumulative action and pounds of carbon saved numbers for all schools running the program. Collectively, schools across the country are making a significant impact on climate change.