Sustainable communities/Eco-cities

This module aims to provide learners with more in-depth knowledge of the concept of sustainable communities. It will define and go over different methods, integrated into our society, which allow us to lead a more environmentally friendly lifestyle. By observing concepts, such as water and waste management, ecological innovations and more, the module aims to inspire learners to take a more eco-conscious approach in the decision-making process of their everyday lives.
Topics: You will be able to find in this document the following topics:
- Eco-innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Sustainable Urban Development
- Alternative Transportation (emissions-free/electric vehicles and public transportation, alternative ways of transportation)
- Waste Management and the 5R’s
- Water Managemen, Quality & Access
- Examples of good practices
Learning Goals
- Introduce the learners to the environment benefits of sustainable products
- Learning what some of the largest businesses are doing to reduce the footprint
- The purpose of the lesson is to Inspire learners toward improving their energy efficiency.
- To define the term “Sustainable Urban Development” and encourage learners to brainstorm of new practices, which can help their cities reach a higher level of sustainable urban development
- To specify why sustainable transportation should be chosen rather than using a car.
- To encourage the active use of alternative transportation.
Sustainable communities/Eco-cities
1. Eco-innovation & Entrepreneurship
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1.0. Overview
2
1.1. Definition
3
1.2. Activities
4
1.3. Videos
2. Sustainable Urban Development
1
2.0. Overview
2
2.1. Definition
3
2.2. Activities
4
2.3. Articles
5
2.4. Video
3. Alternative Transportation
1
3.0. Overview
2
3.1. Tips
3
3.2. Activity
4
3.3. Video
4. Waste Management and the 5R’s
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4.0. Overview
2
4.1. Case study
3
4.2. How to apply the 5Rs
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4.3. Activity
5
4.4. Article
5. Water Management
1
5.0. Overview
2
5.1. Definition
3
5.2. Activity
4
5.3. Video
6. Good Practices in the field of Green Cities
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6.0. Overview
2
6.1. Definition
3
6.2. Examples of good practices
4
6.3. Activity
5
6.4. Articles
References
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References
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