Recycling
These flexible plastics, often used for packaging, cannot be recycled curbside but may be accepted in store drop-off programs.
Plastic bags
The effect that warms the Earth's surface by trapping heat is called this
greenhouse effect
What annual event, first celebrated in 1970, raises awareness about environmental issues and is now recognized globally on April 22?
Earth Day
This sustainable food source comes from chickpeas and is often used as a plant-based protein in salads and dips.
hummus
This type of forest, characterized by tall trees like Douglas fir and Western red cedar, covers much of British Columbia.
Temperate Forest
This material can be recycled indefinitely without losing quality.
Glass
The atmospheric layer protects us from harmful Ultraviolet Rays?
Ozone Layer
The Nature Conservancy's Plant a _____ ____ campaign is a major forest restoration program whose goal is to restore and protect forests across the planet to slow the connected crises of climate change and biodiversity loss.
Billion trees
High in protein and fibre, this food class includes lentils, beans, and peas, is often recommended as a sustainable food choice.
legumes
This urban park in Vancouver is known for its lush coastal rainforest, extensive network of trails, and diverse wildlife, including deer and various bird species.
Pacific Spirit Regional Park
Batteries and electronics contain hazardous materials and should be disposed of through these kinds of programs.
E-waste recycling programs
This international agreement aims to limit global warming to below 2°C above pre-industrial levels.
the Paris Agreement
This international non-governmental organization, founded in 1971, is known for its environmental activism, including campaigns against whaling and deforestation.
Green Peace
This plant-based protein is a popular alternative to meat and is made by curdling soy milk.
tofu
This archipelago is renowned for its ancient forests, diverse ecosystems, and rich marine life, serving as a vital habitat for species like the bald eagle and the sea otter.
Haida Gwaii
You have just eaten a sandwich wrapped in aluminum foil, how should the aluminum foil be disposed of?
Foil needs to be cleaned of food to be recycled in blue bin
The thawing of this frozen soil releases large amounts of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
permafrost
What fund, established to support developing countries in their efforts to adapt to climate change, has raised billions since its inception in 2010?
Green climate fund
This type of seafood is often recommended as a sustainable option because it requires minimal resources to farm and has a low environmental impact.
Mussels
This flower, known for its vibrant purple hue, is recognized as the official floral emblem of British Columbia and is often found in coastal regions.
Pacific dogwood
This European country leads the world in recycling rates, with over 60% of its waste recycled.
Germany
The critical threshold for atmospheric carbon dioxide concentration that scientists consider a danger zone for climate stability is this many parts per million (ppm)
450 ppm
This international protocol, adopted in 1997 and later replaced by the Paris Agreement, aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in industrialized countries.
Kyoto Protocol
Known for its low environmental footprint, this ancient grain is a staple in Andean cuisine and often replaces rice in sustainable diets.
quinoa
This hardy plant, commonly found in the coastal regions of British Columbia, has thick, waxy leaves and produces bright red berries that are a crucial food source for local wildlife. It is also traditionally harvested by Indigenous groups for its berries and leaves, which are used in various cultural practices and for medicinal purposes.
salal