The Problem:
The top six environmental costs to businesses are from greenhouse gas emissions, water use, land use, air pollution, land and water pollution, and waste. Many local businesses in the community are not aware of the environmental impact from their organizations. The Task: You and your team will pair with a business, research this problem and propose and present a research-based solution to the business to help reduce their environmental impact. |
Critical ConceptsEnduring Understanding:
Our actions affect our world. Overarching Question:
Why is reducing environmental impact important? Essential Questions:
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LensesBusiness Owner-How do we reduce waste cost-effectively for the business?
Government Official-What policies and practices exist around reducing environmental impact? Environmental Scientist- What negative impacts have been made by businesses to the environment? City Council Member-How does this problem affect the community? |
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