Climate Crisis Facts 🌍
What gas is the biggest cause of climate change?
Carbon dioxide / CO₂
Name one renewable energy source.
Solar, wind, hydro, etc.
What’s it called when oceans become more acidic?
Ocean acidification
What color is the recycling bin usually?
Blue or Green
What’s one way to reduce your carbon footprint?
Bike, recycle, eat local, etc.
What’s the name of the effect that traps heat on Earth?
Greenhouse Effect
What is the energy from the sun called?
What plastic item is banned in many places to protect marine life?
Plastic straws
Can pizza boxes be recycled?
No, if greasy
What kind of bags help reduce waste at grocery stores?
Reusable bags
What’s one result of melting polar ice caps?
Sea level rise
What do wind turbines produce?
Electricity
What causes coral bleaching?
Warmer water temperatures
What symbol shows that an item is recyclable?
The triangle of arrows
What day is dedicated to protecting the planet every year?
Earth Day
Name one greenhouse gas besides CO₂.
Methane, nitrous oxide, etc.
True or False: Fossil fuels are renewable.
False
What’s a gyre of floating plastic called?
Garbage patch
What type of plastic is most commonly recycled?
PET #1
What kind of energy do solar panels use?
Sunlight / Solar energy
What agreement tried to reduce global emissions?
Paris Agreement
What is the cleanest form of energy?
Solar or Wind
True or False: Overfishing can hurt entire ecosystems.
True
Why is it important to rinse containers before recycling?
To avoid contamination
What is "upcycling"?
Turning old items into something new