Recycling
Can you recycle greasy pizza boxes? Why or why not?
No, food-soiled items cannot be recycled.
What is one way you can help to save electricity?
Turning off the switches when they are not in use.
Name a greenhouse gas.
Carbon Dioxide
What can you bring along with you to reduce plastic waste?
A reusable bag/ bottle.
What is e-waste?
Discarded electronic items like phones or laptops.
Name one renewable energy source.
Solar/ Wind/ Hydro energy
What is climate change?
Long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns.
What does 'upcycling' mean?
Transforming waste materials into something useful or creative.
What symbol shows something is recyclable?
The Mobius loop (three arrows forming a triangle).
What is an energy label used for?
To show how energy-efficient an appliance is.
What is the effect of melting ice caps?
Rising sea levels
How can students live greener lives?
Use public transport, reduce food waste, save energy, etc.
What is the difference between reusing and recycling?
Reusing means using an item again as it is while recycling means breaking it down to make new products.
What is Singapore’s plan to increase the use of Solar Panels on buildings called? (Hint: TPSS is onboard this plan too!)
SolarNova Programme
What is the name of the plan Singapore has put together to fight climate change?
The Singapore Green Plan 2030
What is a carbon footprint?
The amount of carbon dioxide you produce from human processes or activities.