Page 156 - TP_IT_V1.0_C9_flipbpookl
P. 156

•  To get the land for mining, the forest in that area is destroyed. This has a negative impact on the plants and animals
                 living in that region.
              •  When the mining is over and that area is abandoned, then it creates wastage of land which is suitable neither for
                 industrial use nor for agricultural purpose.
              Saving the Environment

              To save our environment, we need to educate people. Education is important, as it gives people the knowledge and
              skills that they need to perform. Educating people about the environment, through the environment and for the
              environment will enlighten them in utilising their knowledge and skills for saving the environment as responsible
              citizens.
              •  Learning about the environment: Learning about the environment focuses mainly on acquisition of knowledge and
                 understanding of our surroundings and related issues.
              •  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.




                         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 or  Using natural ventilation or fans in place of air
                                   rice straw in agricultural field         conditioners

               Energy use          Leaving electrical  lights or appliances  on,  Using public transport buses and cycles (instead
                                   when not required                        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 food   Using chemical pesticides or fertilisers  Organic  (natural  and  chemical  free) food  to
                                                                            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





                154   Trackpad Information Technology (Ver. 1.0)-IX
   151   152   153   154   155   156   157   158   159   160   161