STEM and Environmental Education Guide

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Tandem Global helps corporations around the world develop robust formal learning,
training, awareness, and community engagement projects. By helping learners worldwide
gain an appreciation for nature and providing them with technical knowledge needed to
protect it, these programs have made invaluable contributions to the natural world and
their communities.
To help companies through this process, Tandem Global developed this step-by-step
guide, sponsored by Shell, to lead site teams through the planning, implementation and
maintenance of new and existing STEM and Environmental Education (EE) projects.

This guide has been informed by Tandem Global’s extensive experience with community-minded education efforts and first-hand insights from member organizations who have
implemented impactful education projects.

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Nature-based Solutions for Pollution Prevention

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From strategic tree plantings to wetland restoration projects, nature-based solutions (NbS) are quickly becoming a key part of many pollution prevention strategies. These solutions are accessible, scalable, and offer many co-benefits, like increased biodiversity and climate resilience. NbS can advance pollution prevention goals on corporate lands while enhancing ecosystem services and contributing to local, regional, and large-scale restoration efforts.

WHC was funded under EPA’s Source Reduction Assistance (SRA) Grant program to explore the opportunities to implement NbS for pollution reduction across the automotive industry. Through a program of technical assistance, research and analysis, stakeholder engagement and workshops, this effort developed and advanced nature-based solutions as pollution prevention in the industry.

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Nature-based Solutions for Corporate Landowners

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Climate change challenges such as increased flooding, intense heat and cold waves and severe coastal erosion not only impact corporate operations, but they also affect the lives of local community members. Nature-based solutions (NbS) are one tool corporate landowners can use to build resilience to climate change.

This new resource serves as a catalog for corporate landowners to learn more about specific NbS and select those that best align with their needs. The publication includes twenty NbS interventions, from reforestation to green roofs, as well as real-life case studies that illustrate how corporations have successfully implemented each solution.

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Bats Deserve the Spotlight: How Film is Amplifying Bat Conservation

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Join us for a special Bat Week webinar event featuring exclusive previews of two compelling new films that explore the wonder, challenges, and hope surrounding bat conservation. 

In this interactive session, you’ll hear from the filmmakers and scientists behind Bat Boy and The Invisible Mammal, two powerful stories that shine a light on bats’ critical role in our ecosystems and the people working to protect them. Bat Boy follows Andre, a young man whose fascination with local bats sparks an unexpected journey, while The Invisible Mammal dives into the fight to save North American bat species from white-nose syndrome, offering a unique perspective on conservation science and the stories that follow along with it. 

In addition to the film previews, you’ll hear directly from the creative teams and scientists who helped shape these projects, including Aaron Lemle and Joey Curti, Ph.D. (Bat Boy), and Holly Mosher and Matthew Podolsky (The Invisible Mammal). They will share insights into the filmmaking process, the science behind the stories, and what each of us can do to support bat conservation in our own communities. 

The session will conclude with a brief Q&A, giving you the opportunity to ask questions and connect with the film directors and scientists. 

What you’ll learn:

  • The ecological significance of bats and the current challenges they face, including white-nose syndrome
  • How storytelling and film can drive awareness and action around bat conservation
  • Practical, science-based actions you can take to support bat populations in your own community 

Who should take this webinar: 

  • Landscape and facilities managers for corporate and non-corporate sites 
  • Environmental consultants and conservation planners 
  • Film and media professionals interested in environmental storytelling 
  • Anyone who enjoys inspiring stories about people making a difference in the natural world 

Presenters:  

  • Aaron Lemle, Producer and Director, Bat Boy Film 
  • Joseph Curti, Ph.D., Postdoctoral Fellow, UCLA and Science Advisor, Bat Boy Film 
  • Holly Mosher, Executive Producer, Invisible Mammal  
  • Matthew Podolsky, Producer, Invisible Mammal 

Moderator: 

  • Melissa Scheiber, Sr. Manager of Events, Tandem Global 

Supporting the Night Shift: Practical Landscape Tips for Bat Conservation

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Bats play a crucial, yet often overlooked, role in supporting healthy ecosystems. As nocturnal pollinators and natural pest controllers, they make vital contributions to biodiversity, yet their importance is frequently neglected in land use and habitat management decisions. 

As Bat Week approaches, join us for an informative webinar with Erin Cord of Bat Conservation International for a focused discussion on how organizations and individuals can create and enhance bat-friendly landscapes, particularly in urban and corporate settings. From native tree selection to minimizing light pollution and chemical use, you’ll gain practical guidance for supporting bat populations, whether you’re managing a large campus or a small residential yard. 

This session will emphasize scalable, science-based practices for integrating bat conservation into landscape design and maintenance, highlighting how many successful bat habitats are subtle, low-maintenance, and compatible with existing biodiversity goals. 

The session will conclude with a brief Q&A, giving you the chance to ask questions and connect with the presenters. 

What you’ll learn: 

  • The ecological importance of bats as pollinators and pest controllers  
  • How to assess and enhance existing landscapes to support bat activity  
  • The role of native vegetation, especially trees, in attracting and sustaining bat populations  
  • The impact of light and noise pollution on bats, and how to reduce  
  • Recommended actions for both small and large-scale landscapes  

Who should attend: 

  • Corporate sustainability and ESG professionals focused on biodiversity goals 
  • Landscape and facilities managers for corporate sites 
  • Environmental consultants and conservation planners 
  • Anyone interested in bat conservation, seeking simple, effective action 

Presenter: 

  • Erin Cord, Community Engagement Manager, Bat Conservation International 

Moderator:  

  • Melissa Scheiber, Sr. Manager of Events, Tandem Global 

 

From Attraction to Action: Protecting Birds Where We Live and Work

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Bird populations are in steep decline, with window collisions ranking among the top three causes, alongside habitat loss and outdoor cats. At the same time, efforts to improve biodiversity through native plantings and habitat creation are attracting more birds to our corporate campuses, homes, and communities. So how do we welcome them without inadvertently putting them at risk?

In this webinar, you’ll hear from leading experts in native plant and window strike prevention, including ecologist Krista De Cooke from Homegrown National Park and Dr. Tina Phillips and Cady Netland, from Cornell Lab of Ornithology, who will share actionable strategies, outreach tools, and real-world examples to help make your site safer for birds while providing the critical habitats they need. Background and guidance on implementing strategies, such as window treatments, light pollution reduction, and native plant landscaping, can work together to support native birds, pollinators, and even human well-being.

You’ll also be introduced to the Bird Collision Prevention Alliance (StopBirdCollisions.org), a new collaborative working group coordinated by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to combine the efforts and expertise of over 100 diverse organizations raising awareness, offering solutions, ad inspiring a growing movement to protect native bird populations in the human-built environment.

The session will conclude with a brief Q&A, giving you the chance to ask questions and connect with the presenters.

What you’ll learn:

  • Gardening for birds: using native plants to create lasting, safe habitats
  • How to identify high-risk collision areas on corporate campuses, especially glass-heavy buildings.
  • How to utilize citizen science tools like eBird and NestWatch for monitoring and engagement.
  • How to involve employees at the workplace, at home, and throughout their communities.

Who should attend this webinar:

  • Site and facilities managers looking to create safer environments for birds and wildlife
  • Corporate sustainability and ESG professionals focused on biodiversity goals
  • Employees and individuals seeking ways to make a difference at work, home, or in communities.
  • Community engagement teams creating outreach or education materials
  • Anyone interested in learning effective strategies to reduce bird collisions

Speakers:

  • Krista De Cooke, Strategic Partnership and Science Lead, Homegrown National Park
  • Cady Netland, Coordinator for Bird Safety, Cornell Lab of Ornithology
  • Dr. Tina Phillips, Assistant Director of the Center for Engagement in Science and Nature, Cornell Lab of Ornithology

 

Resilient Aquatic Strategies | White Paper Sponsored by Ontario Power Generation

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Driving Corporate Innovation, Resource Stewardship, and Ecological Balance
Sponsored by Ontario Power Generation

Aquatic ecosystems are vital to ecological stability, public health, and economic security. Yet these systems are under increasing pressure from industrial activity, pollution, and land degradation. With influence over vast amounts of land and water resources, corporations have a significant role to play in reversing this trend through proactive aquatic conservation.

This white paper highlights how corporations and organizations are adopting innovative aquatic conservation strategies that protect freshwater and coastal ecosystems. These initiatives demonstrate how efforts to preserve aquatic biodiversity can enhance water quality and security, support ecosystem resiliency, and promote general community well-being.

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Lessons from the Field: Scalable Strategies for Conservation Sites

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Real progress in landscape-level conservation comes from deliberate, well-coordinated efforts. It requires navigating internal personalities, earning community trust, and staying committed to the work long after initial activities. In this webinar, Amanda Young, Senior Environmental Engineer, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, West Virginia, and Jeff Musser, Environmental Field Manager, Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority, share how they’ve managed dedicated conservation areas at industrial sites by focusing on four key elements: Internal dynamics, community buy-ins, practical implementation, and ongoing education.

Their experiences highlight how lasting conservation success depends on people as much as local ecology. Join us for grounded insights, candid stories, and a brief Q&A session to help you move your own efforts forward.

What you’ll learn:

  • Internal dynamics: getting colleagues on board, pushing back against old habits, and managing expectations.
  • Community buy-ins: building social license through transparency, public engagement, and clear communication.
  • Practical implementation: managing landscapes with limited budgets and personnel, non-traditional strategies (prescribed burns / mowing regimes), and shifting leadership.
  • Ongoing education: responding to evolving perceptions and audiences (e.g., nuisances like ticks, snakes, and skunks), while using every engagement as an opportunity to inform, educate, and inspire.

Who should attend this webinar:

  • Anyone involved in managing WHC-Certified sites or interested in pursuing certification.
  • Facilities and site managers involved in land management decisions, maintenance, and community relations.
  • Government staff interested in collaborating with industries or landowners on green infrastructure, community outreach, or land use planning.

Presenters:

  • Jeff Musser, Environmental Field Manager, Lancaster County Solid Waste Management Authority
  • Amanda Young, Senior Environmental Engineer, Toyota Motor Manufacturing, West Virginia

Protecting Water and Biodiversity through Corporate Stewardship

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Water is our most vital resource – foundational to life and the well-being of ecosystems across the globe. With more than half of the global population living within 3 kilometers of a freshwater source, increasing pressures on these resources underscore the urgent need for responsible and innovative stewardship. While the importance of water is widely recognized, deepening our understanding of its role in sustaining ecosystems is critical for guiding informed and sustainable decision making.

Join us for a dynamic discussion on how businesses are taking the lead in protecting water and biodiversity, the two essential pillars of a healthy ecosystem. Hear from sustainability leaders at Dow and Ecolab, as they share powerful, real-world projects examples, including the Loch Leven nature-based solution and Gulf Coast restoration efforts.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how innovative corporate action is making a measurable impact. We’ll wrap up the webinar with a brief Q&A session to answer your questions and spark further dialogue.

What you’ll learn:

  • How companies are mapping, managing, and monitoring water systems.
  • Importance of engaging local communities and prioritizing environmental equity and justice.
  • Environmental remediation with a focus on post-remediation land conservation.

Who should take this webinar:

  • Corporate sustainability representatives who want to align with natural resource management and impact.
  • Community advocates seeking to better understand the connection between water stewardship and biodiversity.
  • Private and public sector professionals looking for insights into nature-based solutions, cross-sector collaboration, and the long-term impact of responsible resource management.

Speakers:

  • Amy Beasley, Associate Sustainability Director, Water & Nature, DOW
  • Emilio Tenuta, SVP and Chief Sustainability Officer, Ecolab

 

Homegrown Heroes: Supporting Native Pollinators in Urban Landscapes

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April 30, 2025
1:00pm – 2:00pm EDT

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As cities grow, so does the opportunity to create thriving habitats for native pollinators. Native pollinators are essential to healthy ecosystems and local food systems, yet many face increasing challenges from habitat loss, pollution, and competition with non-native species. We’ll dive into the importance of native species, their unique adaptations, and how everyday urban landscapes, from backyard gardens to community parks, can support their survival. 

Join us for an engaging webinar that explores how urban environments can be transformed into safe havens for native pollinators. The webinar will conclude with a brief Q&A session. 

What you’ll learn: 

  • Pollinator basics, the difference between native bees and honeybees, and why native bees are critical to urban ecosystems and food security
  • Common native bee species found in cities and how to identify them
  • How to engage schools, neighborhoods, businesses, and the general local community in incorporating pollinator support in urban landscapes

Who should take this webinar: 

  • Corporate sustainability representatives who want to align with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) frameworks
  • City planners interested in enhancing public spaces by attracting and maintaining resilient urban biodiversity
  • Policy makers and organizations focused on conservation and urban green spaces

Presenters: 

  • Mark Covington, President/Director, Georgia Street Community Collective (GSCC) 
  • Kyle Ruszkowski, PhD candidate in the Graduate Degree Program in Ecology, Colorado State UniversityÂ