Online Learning Resources

Whether you’re a student, teacher or lifelong learner, there are free resources available in the sections below and through our lending library.

Water

Climate

For Educators

Water

Resources from local organizations explore water issues in Idaho.

Treasure Valley Water Atlas graphic.

Treasure Valley Water Atlas

A resource for decision-makers, educators and water-users developed by Boise State University.
Boise River Enhancement Plan report cover.

Boise River Enhancement Plan

A community-generated, informative plan to improve water in the Boise River.
Boise river from a sandy shore.

The Lower Boise River StoryMaps

Explore 8 StoryMaps about the Boise River, from its polluted past to its healthy future.
Map of Idaho showing different watershed regions.

Water StoryMaps of Idaho

Explore the watershed map that links to data and stories about water in communities across Idaho.
A group of children on a tour walk across a catwalk over a water reservoir.

Water Renewal Resources

The WaterShed is located at the West Boise Water Renewal Facility, a popular tour destination for students to learn about environmental protection, biology, chemistry and how their local government treats their used water. Explore the treatment process at home or in your virtual classroom.

Geothermal use building plaque.

Geothermal Resources

Geothermal energy is a naturally occurring, local resource that heats many buildings and homes in Boise. With one of the oldest and largest geothermal systems in the world, the City of Boise has been keeping our city warm with clean, renewable energy for generations.

Learn more about the history of geothermal in Boise and how this resource is put to use through a StoryMap, videos and a walking tour found on the City of Boise's website.

Geothermal Energy

Climate

Resources from local and global organizations explore the issues of climate change and how to take action.

Boise's Climate Action Roadmap report cover.

City of Boise Climate Action Roadmap

The community’s plan for climate action, our journey to being carbon neutral by 2050.
Keep Boise Cool logo

Keep Boise Cool

Discover simple, Boise-specific ways to stay cool and take climate action and create your own climate action plan.
Aerial view of downtown Boise.

Idaho Economy and Climate Change

See how climate change is already shaping and impacting Idaho’s economy and what it might mean for you.
Boise skyline from foothills.

Climate Mental Health Network

Climate change can bring up a lot of emotions. Explore tools, resources and support through the Climate Mental Health Network.
Student activists holding signs promoting renewable energy.

Project Drawdown

Identify and learn about the most effective climate solutions.

For Educators

Explore ready‑to‑use lessons, videos, activities, and workshops that bring local water and climate science to life in your classroom or homeschool.

Explore more than 80 short videos about water and climate topics produced by WaterShed staff.

Watch Videos

Earth to Sky gives educators access to NASA scientists for training and support in developing local curriculum.

Earth to Sky

Project WET empowers educators to engage youth to understand water and solve challenges.

Project WET