Chapter 3: Sustainiability of the Environment
What you need to learn in this chapter
In this chapter, we will be learning about the sustainability of the environment. We will start by understanding the life cycle of a product and its impact on the environment, focusing on the concept of a carbon footprint. We will also explore the products we use in our daily lives and their environmental implications.
Next, we will delve into environmental pollution, where we will learn about the different types and causes of pollution. We will specifically study water pollution caused by domestic waste and its effects on the environment.
Lastly, we will discuss environmental conservation and the role individuals play in managing natural resources to maintain a balanced environment. We will also examine the role of the United Nations (UN) in addressing global environmental issues.
Topics in this chapter
1. Life cycle of product
What you will learn in this topic
- Explain the meaning of a carbon footprint
- Highlight the products used in one day's life
- Justify the actions to be taken on the carbon footprint to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in one day's life
- Communicate about the life cycle of a product
- Develop efficient management ideas for plastic waste towards environmental sustainability
2. Environmental Pollution
What you will learn in this topic
- Describe the types and causes of environmental pollution
- To study the level of water pollution from domestic waste
- Create polluted water purification methods using green technology
3. Environmental Conservation
What you will learn in this topic
- Determine the role of individuals in managing natural resources to maintain environmental balance
- Discuss the role of the United Nations (UN) in addressing environmental issues globally
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