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Sustainability! an Introduction to the Merit Badge

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

SUSTAINABILITY MERIT BADGE

WHAT IS SUSTAINABILITY?
Photo by Will Merydith

The ability to endure. To conserve the land and resources we all share. Reduce what we consume, recycle, reuse. To live within the earth's ability to regenerate. To be Thrifty.

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Conservation:
To conserve our surroundings and leave them as good if not better for future generations.

Stewardship:
Looking after the world and all it's habitats, to ensure a rich & diverse place for now & for future generations.

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RESOURSES

HOW DO WE MANAGE WHAT THE WORLD HAS TO OFFER?

WORLD POPULATION

HOW TO KEEP IT IN CHECK?

CLIMATE CHANGE

IS GLOBAL WARMING REALLY A PROBLEM?
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PLASTIC WASTE & THE TRASH VORTEX

Photo by Antonio Viva

ELECTRONIC WASTE

FOOD WASTE

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SPECIES DECLINE

BIODIVERSITY

WHAT CAN WE DO?

  • Use less energy
  • Conserve water
  • Reduce waste
  • Buy local produce
  • Choose wisely
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SHOW HOW SUSTAINABILITY INTERSECTS WITH PEOPLE PROSPERITY &PLANET