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How Bad Could it Get?

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Description

If we don’t work to reduce the effects of Rapid Climate Change now, how bad could things get in the future? This video looks at the projections scientists are making about the future of the planet — if we don’t take action.

General Assessment

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This video can be a used in combination with other resources when looking at alternative energy, sustainable lifestyles, and/or  choices humans can make in relation to the environment.

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Themes Addressed

Air, Atmosphere & Climate (1)

  • Climate Change

Citizenship (3)

  • Alternative Globalisation
  • Ecological Footprint
  • Sustainable Consumption

Energy (2)

  • Alternative Energy
  • Energy Use

Human Rights (1)

  • Environmental Racism/Justice

Waste Management (2)

  • Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
  • Source Reduction