Product Description
Film runtime: 1 hour, 22 minutes
Film rating: PG. Appropriate for Grades 4+. Best for Grades 7+.
Where to Watch: From the Ashes can be hard to find on streaming services, but you can buy the DVD.
Discussion Guide
A Statement From Director Michael Bonfiglio
A History of Coal
Shifting Energy Trends
Coal and Public Health
Coal and the Environment
Environmental Law and the ‘War on Coal’
Energy Alternatives and Future Considerations
The Public’s Role
A Call to Action: From the Ashes CrowdRise Initiative
A Call to Action: The Sierra Club
Additional Resources
Group Discussion Facilitation Guidelines
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Sustainable Development Goals
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