Sustainable Transportation
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Curipod generated lesson: "Sustainable Transportation". #8-10
bcooper
Updated 5 months ago
1. Word cloud
120 seconds
In a few words, define sustainable transportation...
2. Slide
60 seconds
Sustainable transportation includes electric, hybrid, or alternative fuel vehicles as well as public transportation. Benefits: Using sustainable transportation can reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Sustainable transportation can lead to more efficient and cost effective ways to travel.
Sustainable Transportation: A Greener Future
3. Slide
60 seconds
Sustainable Transportation Greenhouse Gases Renewable Energy
Concepts:
4. Slide
60 seconds
In 2002, the U.S. Department of Energy estimated that if everyone in the U.S. switched to a hybrid car, we would save more than 500 million barrels of oil each year. The average car emits 4.6 metric tons of carbon dioxide per year, which is the equivalent of planting 182 trees! The ETA transit app can find the quickest and most sustainable route to get you to your destination by combining public transportation, walking, and cycling options.
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5. Open question
300 seconds
What are some of the benefits of using sustainable transportation?
6. Open question
300 seconds
How do you currently use transportation? How could you use more sustainable transportation?
7. Open question
300 seconds
What challenges might cities face in trying to shift to sustainable transportation?
8. Open question
300 seconds
What would it take for your city to make the shift to sustainable transportation?
9. Drawings
450 seconds
Brain break: Draw a smiling sun flying a colorful kite.
10. Drawings
660 seconds
Question: How can we create a sustainable transportation system for our city? Clues: • Think about the type of transportation that would be the most efficient and eco-friendly. • Consider the impact on the environment and the cost of implementation. • Brainstorm ways to make transportation more accessible. In pairs: Select and solve one of the tasks: A. Create a plan for a sustainable transportation system. B. Design a poster illustrating your plan's benefits.
11. Poll
60 seconds
What is sustainable transportation?
- Transportation that has low impact on the environment and uses renewable energy sources
- Transportation that is cheap and affordable for everyone
- Transportation that is fast and efficient
12. Poll
60 seconds
What are some examples of sustainable transportation?
- Walking, biking, electric cars, public transit
- Sports cars, motorcycles, airplanes
- Boats, helicopters, gas-guzzling trucks
13. Poll
60 seconds
Why is sustainable transportation important?
- It helps reduce emissions and pollution
- It makes people healthier by encouraging active modes of transport
- It helps save money in the long run
14. Poll
60 seconds
Which country has made significant progress in promoting sustainable transportation?
- Netherlands
- Saudi Arabia
- India
15. Poll
60 seconds
What are some benefits of using public transit over driving alone?
- Reduced traffic congestion and air pollution
- Cost savings on gas and maintenance expenses for personal vehicles
- Flexibility to change routes or schedules at any time
16. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What are three ways individuals can reduce their environmental impact from transportation?
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