Communicate about the application of social science to solving environmental problems and challenges.

Green Technology

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Green Technology

Definition of Green Technology

Refers to the development and application of products, equipment and system to preserve the environment and nature while minimising or reducing the negative impacts of human activities.

The Use of Green Technology in Environmental Sustainability

Green technology is the portfolio of the Ministry of Science,
Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) which was established on 27 March 2004 which takes into account the long-term and short-term effects of any human activity on the environment.
The National Green Technology Policy (2009) states that any product, equipment or system that meets the criteria as stated blow is categorized as green technology.
- Minimize environmental degradation.
- Has low or zero greenhouse gas emissions.
- Safe to use and provides a healthier and better environment for all living things.
- Save energy and natural resources.
- Encourage the use of renewable resources.

National Green Technology Policy (NGTP)

The National Green Technology Policy (NGTP) launched in July 2009 emphasizes the country's economic growth and sustainable development.
Sustainable development must meet the needs of today's society without neglecting the needs of future generations.
NGTP is based on four pillars, namely energy, environment, economy and social.

Natural Resources and Its Uses
Natural Resources	Uses
Solar energy	Solar panels convert solar energy into electrical energy for example for indoor lighting.
Water	Rainwater retention systems are used when watering trees and washing toilets.
Building materials	Encourage the use of recycled materials.

Application of Social Science to Solve Environmental Problems and Challenges

The field of social sciences uses scientific methods to study the field of Humanities.
One of the branches in the social sciences is education. In the
Third Malaysia Plan, an emphasis on Environmental Education was introduced in the Malaysian education system.
Environmental Education aims to form a generation of people who are aware and concerned about the state of the environment as well as environmental problems.
The objectives of the environmental education is as stated below:
- To increase the awareness of individuals and society on the state of the environment and its problems.
- Provide knowledge to individuals and society about the environment, problems and the roles and responsibilities of each individual.
- Acquire skills to solve environmental problems.
- Caring for the environment and willing to protect and promote the environment.
Communication is also a branch in the field of Social Science that plays an important role in solving environmental problems and challenges through the use of mass media, pamphlets, magazines, posters and films.
Various activities are carried out to encourage people to take care of the environment.
For example, campaigns to encourage residents to reduce tree felling, awareness campaigns to conserve water and land resources, large-scale gotong-royong activities in residential areas, schools, recreational parks and beaches as well as garden hygiene and fun competitions at schools or backyards.

Green Technology

10.4

Green Technology

Definition of Green Technology

Refers to the development and application of products, equipment and system to preserve the environment and nature while minimising or reducing the negative impacts of human activities.

The Use of Green Technology in Environmental Sustainability

Green technology is the portfolio of the Ministry of Science,
Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) which was established on 27 March 2004 which takes into account the long-term and short-term effects of any human activity on the environment.
The National Green Technology Policy (2009) states that any product, equipment or system that meets the criteria as stated blow is categorized as green technology.
- Minimize environmental degradation.
- Has low or zero greenhouse gas emissions.
- Safe to use and provides a healthier and better environment for all living things.
- Save energy and natural resources.
- Encourage the use of renewable resources.

National Green Technology Policy (NGTP)

The National Green Technology Policy (NGTP) launched in July 2009 emphasizes the country's economic growth and sustainable development.
Sustainable development must meet the needs of today's society without neglecting the needs of future generations.
NGTP is based on four pillars, namely energy, environment, economy and social.

Natural Resources and Its Uses
Natural Resources	Uses
Solar energy	Solar panels convert solar energy into electrical energy for example for indoor lighting.
Water	Rainwater retention systems are used when watering trees and washing toilets.
Building materials	Encourage the use of recycled materials.

Application of Social Science to Solve Environmental Problems and Challenges

The field of social sciences uses scientific methods to study the field of Humanities.
One of the branches in the social sciences is education. In the
Third Malaysia Plan, an emphasis on Environmental Education was introduced in the Malaysian education system.
Environmental Education aims to form a generation of people who are aware and concerned about the state of the environment as well as environmental problems.
The objectives of the environmental education is as stated below:
- To increase the awareness of individuals and society on the state of the environment and its problems.
- Provide knowledge to individuals and society about the environment, problems and the roles and responsibilities of each individual.
- Acquire skills to solve environmental problems.
- Caring for the environment and willing to protect and promote the environment.
Communication is also a branch in the field of Social Science that plays an important role in solving environmental problems and challenges through the use of mass media, pamphlets, magazines, posters and films.
Various activities are carried out to encourage people to take care of the environment.
For example, campaigns to encourage residents to reduce tree felling, awareness campaigns to conserve water and land resources, large-scale gotong-royong activities in residential areas, schools, recreational parks and beaches as well as garden hygiene and fun competitions at schools or backyards.

Green Technology

Green Technology

Chapter : Environmental Sustainability

Topic : Communicate about the application of social science to solving environmental problems and challenges.

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