Sustainable practices
What is sustainability? Give a definition.
Answers will vary. Eg. taking care of the planet so that there are enough resources for future generations to use and enjoy. Not using more than you need.
What is the definition of a renewable source of energy?
It can be used over and over without running out.
What are 2 ways we can be "bright sparks" and reduce energy waste at school?
Eg. turn off lights and air con when you leave the room, turn off the whiteboard at the end of the day, shut down laptops at the end of the day
What is climate change?
How the world is getting warmer because humans are polluting the Earth. Weather is becoming more extreme.
What is one way that you can live a more sustainable life?
Answers may vary. Eg. shorter showers, turn off lights, carpool etc
What is the definition of a non-renewable source of energy?
Once you use it, it's gone. It cannot be replaced in a lifetime.
What are 2 ways we can be "tree buddies" and reduce paper waste at school?
Eg. use both sides of paper, use scrap paper, print less, print in black and white (instead of colour)
When we burn fossil fuels to make energy, what does it release into the air? (Energy pollution)
Harmful greenhouse gasses that cause climate change and global warming
Describe 1 sustainable practice used by the indigenous people of either South America or Africa.
Answers will vary.
Give 3 renewable sources of energy.
Eg. water, wind, solar
What are 2 things you can do to be in the "green gang" and reduce waste related to food at school?
Eg. use a reusable lunch box, reusable water bottle, don't bring individually packaged snacks
What are fossil fuels?
Non-renewable resources that are created over millions of years from the fossils of ancient plants and animals.
Describe 1 sustainable practice used by First Nations Australians.
Answers will vary.
Give 2 non-renewable sources of energy
Eg. oil, gas
What are 2 things we can do to be part of the "foot patrol" team to reduce pollution when travelling to school?
Eg. walk, bike, carpool
What are 2 examples of fossil fuels?
Oil and gas, coal
What does custodial responsibility for Country mean?
The lifelong obligation (you must do it) to care for, protect and sustain Country (the land) for future generations.
Similar to sustainability, but it's the First Nations way of life!
Which is better? Renewable or non-renewable sources of energy? Why?
Renewable- they are better for the environment. They don't cause as much pollution.
What are 2 ways to reduce noise pollution and be a "whisper pal"?
Eg. walk quietly in the hallways, line up peacefully, don't interrupt, don't yell if you don't need to
What is one way we can reduce the amount of greenhouse gasses that we put into the atmosphere?
Answers may vary. Eg. drive less cars, use renewable energy