A local educational nonprofit placed third among a field of thousands in an international contest recognizing organizations making an impact in their communities and the world.

Green Our Planet’s video lesson for elementary students about renewable energy caught the judges’ attention in the Anthem Awards, an offshoot of the Webby Awards. The 17-minute video placed third in the Sustainability, Environment & Climate (Awareness) category.

In the video, a farmer engages questions like, “What are fossil fuels, and why do we call them that?” and “Where do animals get their energy?” as worldly scenes from the bottom of the sea to the Sahara desert play in the background, guiding viewers through the lesson.

Green Our Planet installs and facilitates garden and hydroponics programming for pre-K-12 schools in Nevada. More than 3,500 teachers are using its garden curricula, according to its website. In addition to providing hands-on learning for local students, the organization aims to spark students’ curiosity and a sense of stewardship of the natural environment.

Free virtual academy lessons are available at greenourplanet.org.

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