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Sustainability Lesson Clearinghouse
Become a Green Sleuth!
Lesson Description:
In this project, students will conduct an investigative audit to determine how green their school is. By shedding light on any harmful or wasteful practices, this investigation is an effective first step towards improving the school’s habits and reducing their impact on the environment.
In this project, students will conduct an investigative audit to determine how green their school is. By shedding light on any harmful or wasteful practices, this investigation is an effective first step towards improving the school’s habits and reducing their impact on the environment.
Lesson Type:
- Project
Sustainability Topic:
- Waste Reduction
GEF Program Category:
- Green Building Program
- Waste Reduction Challenge
Time Needed:
Should take place minimally during National Green Week with the possibility of becoming a longer-term project
Should take place minimally during National Green Week with the possibility of becoming a longer-term project
Materials Needed:
- Scrap paper or partially-used paper for documentation and record keeping
Submitted By:
Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation (GEF)
School or Group:
Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Green Education Foundation (GEF)
Contact Email:
service@greeneducationfoundation.org
service@greeneducationfoundation.org
