Module 1 – Sustainable Development Tips for living a more sustainable lifestyle
Module 1 – Sustainable Development
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Unit 1.1: An Introduction to Sustainable Development
Introduction
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The history behind sustainable development
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The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
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The Sustainable Development Goals
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Practical Activities
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Unit 1.2: Climate Change
Introduction
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Greenhouse effect, an effect or a cause of climate change?
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Causes and effects of climate change
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Effects of Climate Change
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Practical Activities
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Unit 1.3: Sustainable living: How small actions can create big change
Introduction
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How to start living more sustainably
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Tips for living a more sustainable lifestyle
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Practical Activities
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Summary
Summary
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Announcements Course Info
  • Carpooling

    Blablacar is an online carpooling marketplace and it connects drivers and passengers who are prepared to travel together between cities and split the cost of the trip via its website and mobile apps. You can find their website here: https://www.blablacar.co.uk/

  • Monitor Energy Consumption
    The best way to reduce energy consumption is to track it! There are several apps that enable users to track their energy usage, encouraging them to reduce their electricity usage and save energy. Find them here: https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/green-apps-to-track-energy-usage.php   
  • Fix it!
    Repair cafes are meeting places for people willing to fix things together with expert volunteers. At the Repair cafes, tools and materials needed for the repairs can also be found. On the following website, you can find your nearest repair cafe and more about this initiative: https://www.repaircafe.org/en/
  • Don’t waste food 
    Too good to go is an App that enables customers to buy and collect food that is about to go wasted. A surprise bag of food is purchased at a very affordable price directly from the store and businesses. ‘Too good to go’ app for food waste management:
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?hl=en&id=com.app.tgtg
  • Teaching resources

    Sustainable Development Goals – Resources for educators: https://en.unesco.org/themes/education/sdgs/material

  • Useful tips
    29 ways to live Greener. https://www.conserve-energy-future.com/15-ideas-for-sustainable-living.php
  • Every Day Expert Help
    Expert tips on how to be kinder to the planet – from cooking and cleaning to fashion and finance: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2020/feb/29/50-ways-to-green-up-your-life-save-the-planet
  • Live more environmentally friendly 

    Ways to make your life more environmentally friendly: https://eu.usatoday.com/story/money/2019/06/17/climate-change-30-ways-to-make-your-life-more-environmentally-friendly/39366589/

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