Author: Emily Su; Sources: ElectricityPlans, The Nature Conservancy, Unsplash

Carbon Footprint

INTRODUCTION

Carbon footprint is the amount of greenhouse gasses, which includes the carbon dioxide and methane, that is released into the atmosphere due to human activities.

“To have the best chance of avoiding a 2℃ rise in global temperatures, the average global carbon footprint per year needs to drop to under 2 tons by 2050.” — The Nature Conservancy

ACTIVITY

Carbon Footprint Worksheet (By ElectricityPlans.com)

Materials: Paper and a pencil // Duration: 10-15 minutes

  • Answer the questions on the first page of the worksheet.

  • For questions #1-11, score 1 point for every A answer, 2 points for every B answer, 3 points for every C answer, and 4 points for every D answer.

  • For Question 12, subtract 1 point for every item circled.

  • Let students compare their points.

LESSON

There are many ways we can help reduce the amount of carbon we use. For instance, you can limit meat consumption (eat less meat), use reusable shopping bags, think wisely before buying, and use more eco-friendly transportation (walking, biking, public transportation).

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