Green Knowledge
What are the 3 main natural resources we focused on conserving in this training?
Water, Energy, Waste
What’s one simple way to reduce energy use at home?
Turn off lights/unplug devices
Name one job in the solar energy sector
Solar panel installer
What’s the first step in community organizing?
Listening or one-on-ones
What is a green infrastructure example used to manage stormwater?
Rain garden or bioswale
What does environmental justice mean?
Fair treatment of all people regardless of race/income in environmental policies
Name a daily action you can take to reduce your carbon footprint.
Walk, bike, reuse, compost, etc
What skill is valuable in almost all green jobs?
Teamwork, communication, problem solving
What is a mission statement?
A clear summary of an organization’s purpose and goals
Why is passive solar design helpful in buildings?
Reduces need for heating/energy use
What is a food desert?
An area with limited access to healthy food options
What does composting help reduce?
Waste going to landfills, methane emissions
Name one job in sustainable agriculture.
Urban farmer, compost site manager, CSA coordinator
What is a base-building strategy?
Growing membership through outreach and relationships
What are exterior barriers in a building?
Roof, walls, doors, windows that protect from weather
What is the goal of biodiversity in agriculture?
To create resilient, healthy systems that can adapt
What is bioaccumulation and why is it harmful?
Toxins building up in organisms over time
What career involves inspecting energy use in homes/buildings?
Energy auditor
What is a “campaign” in community organizing?
A series of actions to achieve a specific goal
What’s the benefit of a local food system?
Supports local economy, reduces emissions
Name one strategy for sustainable transportation.
Public transit, biking infrastructure, electric vehicles
Why is it important to recycle electronics properly?
They contain hazardous materials like lead/mercury
What is a low-carbon job pathway you could pursue?
Green construction, weatherization, urban farming
Name 3 forms of direct action.
Marches, rallies, civil disobedience
What is one example of a green job, and how does it help the environment?
A solar panel installer helps the environment by increasing clean energy use and reducing pollution from fossil fuels.