Climate Club Aotearoa

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The Climate Club Aotearoa Ripple Effect workshop is an interactive climate action programme designed to help students understand climate change and take meaningful action in their communities across Aotearoa New Zealand.

These workshops move beyond awareness, supporting students to explore the causes, impacts and solutions of climate change through collaborative, hands-on learning. Grounded in science and systems thinking, the programme helps students see how individual and collective actions can create wider change — a ripple effect.

Students working together during a Climate Club Aotearoa Ripple Effect climate action workshop in a New Zealand classroom.

This article provides information about science-related experiences to support school planning. You can view more experiences across Aotearoa here.

About the Climate Club Aotearoa Ripple Effect Workshop

The Ripple Effect workshop is a fun, interactive and evidence-based learning experience for students and educators.

Students take part in collaborative activities that explore:

The causes and consequences of climate change
How climate systems are interconnected
High-impact actions that can reduce emissions
Ways to take action at school, home and in the community

Workshops are strengths-based and solutions-focused, helping students move from understanding to action.

The programme is based on the internationally recognised Climate Fresk framework, drawing on IPCC science to build a clear understanding of climate systems while encouraging practical action.

Sessions can be adapted for different year levels and contexts, and are best suited to:

Intermediate and secondary students (Years 7–13)
Students new to climate learning or ready to deepen their understanding
Whole-class or cohort-based delivery

Cost

Workshops are offered free or low-cost for schools and students, depending on funding and location. Schools are encouraged to contact Climate Club Aotearoa directly to discuss availability and options.