Global Concerns

Question	Answer
How can we be good stewards?	Preserving the environment for the future Sharing natural resources fairly Using resources sustainably Joining groups campaigning to protect the environment
Why should we be good stewards?	The world was created by God therefore deserves respect "God saw all that he had made, and it was very good" God made his covenant with all of creation
Main Environmental Problems	Pollution Destruction of natural habitats Abuse of natural resources
What is climate change?	Changes to the climate caused by human lifestyles
Effects of climate change	Reduced crop yields Deaths among elderly and sick due to hotter days Water shortages, flooding, wildfires Poorer parts of the world will be especially affected
Individual Responses to climate change	Recycling Reducing waste Home energy conservation Loft insulation
Community Responses to Climate Change	Non-polluting forms of transport Buy local produce

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	Created by Sophie O'Sullivan over 9 years ago