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Captain Planet and the Planeteers
Captain Planet and the Planeteers. Created by Ted Turner and Barbara Pyle, aired from 1990 to 1996. The animated series follows Gaia, the spirit of the Earth, as she brings together five young “Planeteers” from around the world. By combining their powers, they summon Captain Planet to help them solve ecological and other global problems “by their powers combined.”
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A Hero For Earth • Season 1, Episode 1
Gaia, the spirit of the Earth, summons four teenagers and a young boy named Ma-Ti from five different corners of the world to help her in the battle to save the planet. For their first assignment, the Planeteers battle Hoggish Greedly, whose oil rig operation is jeopardizing the coastline.
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“The Wisdom Council has provided an opportunity for me to network with like minded individuals in that we share the same passion and can help each other develop our ideas and goals.”
“I have not only gained experience in terms of leadership techniques but also learnt how to handle issues and people so as to make an impact on society”
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This youth Advisory Committee helps lead, shape, and develop the Planeteer Alliance – ensuring that the program is led by and engaging to youth from every background.
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From solar panel projects in The Gambia and youth meetups along Brazil’s coast to beach cleanups in Nigeria, Season of Solutions is a direct-to-youth program that empowers young people worldwide to lead efforts addressing environmental problems in their communities.
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