The United States ____ Focuses on the laws pertaining to sustainability
What is Environmental Protection Agency
Define Sustainability
Sustainability refers to the practice of meeting our present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
___ of all deaths related to natural disasters are ____
70%; Water related
What group looks at Higher Education Groups
What is AASHE
Living today with the __________
thought of tomorrow in mind
What is Climate Change
Climate Change is long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns. Some shifts may be natural due to the sun’s activity changing or large volcanic eruptions. Human activities has been the main cause of climate change.
___ People in the world do not have access to potable water
2 Billion
What group can you volunteer with?
What is NEEF
Things available at school
Climate Changes effect on Source Water is ___
The effects of climate change on source water includes increased pollutant and sediment runoff, reduced water availability (due to drought and saltwater infiltration, and negative impacts on overall water quality.
___ of the world’s population is facing acute water stress for at least half a year.
50%
Which group is run by the government
What is USEPA
Compost
Use less plastic
buy from sustainable brands for clothes
Since 1880 the sea level has risen ___
8-9 inches
Is the need for water getting worse?
What is a 501(c)(3)?
What is a non profit
Is it safe to live like how we are now globally?
NO!!
Only ___ of water is freshwater that is available to humans
0.5 %
What can people use while hiking in order to drinkable water?
A water filter