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• 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
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