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• Learning through the environment: Learning through the environment refers to the processes of learning
while being engaged with the environment inside and outside the classroom. It focuses on the learning process,
such as observation, hands-on experience, learning-by-doing, problem-solving through an exposure to the
environment and learning. The direct contact with the environment provides the relevant context for acquiring
knowledge, skills, aesthetic appreciation, and practical experience to learning. Environment damage can be
minimised by developing the skills and knowledge required for efficient resource utilisation, green processes
and technologies and integrating these into our businesses and daily activities.
• Learning for the environment: Learning for the environment aims at the development of an informed response
and responsibility towards the environment.
Brainy Fact
Since 1870, global sea levels have risen by about 8 inches due to global warming. Arctic is one of
the worst places to be affected by global warming.
Actions for Saving the Environment
Some actions that you can take for yourself and encourage your friends, family and neighbours to take are:
Factors Avoid Prefer
Air pollution Burning materials, such as burning wheat Using natural ventilation or fans in place of air
or rice straw in agricultural field conditioners
Energy use Leaving electrical lights or appliances on, Using public transport buses and cycles
when not required (instead of cars), using solar or wind energy
Water pollution Throwing waste in rivers and lakes Using recycled water or water harvested
through rains for watering garden plants
Waste Using plastic bags Segregating waste before throwing, so that
the biodegradable waste can be harvested
Chemicals in Using chemical pesticides or fertilisers Organic (natural and chemical free) food to
food promote organic farming
Forest Plants Over-use of paper should be avoided Reusing paper for making paper based products
Water Over-use of water should be avoided Reducing water use during bathing by using
water filled in a bucket instead of shower
What is Sustainable Development?
Sustainable development was defined in the World Commission on Environment and Development 1987 Brundtland
Report "Our Common Future" as "development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their own needs".
"Sustainable development is the development that satisfies the needs of the present without compromising the
capacity of future generations, guaranteeing the balance between economic growth, care for the environment, and
social well-being".
The purpose of sustainable development is to keep a balance between the economic, environmental, and social
needs. It requires the active participation of individuals, businesses, administrations, and countries around the
world to find better ways of doing things so that the present generation can give back to nature, for our future
generations to thrive. All the nations across the globe need to stand together to contribute in small actions to
bring long-term sustainability of the environment for sustainable social and economic growth.
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