Work in pairs. Complete the notes using the words in the box.
compost piles automatic public transport recycle |
Problems & consequences | Green solutions |
Many single-use plastic products are thrown in rubbish bins. They take many years to decompose in landfills. | Use them in arts and crafts projects (e.g. making plant pots) or (1) _____ them |
People leave the lights on and the water running in restrooms. This is a waste of electricity and water. | Install (2) _____ lights and sensor taps that turn off when no one is around |
Dry leaves are sometimes burnt in the schoolyard. This can cause air pollution and fires. | Create (3) ______ |
Many parents drive their children to school and pick them up from school every day. This causes traffic jams, noise, and air pollution at the school gate. | Encourage more students to cycle or walk to school, or use (4) _____ to go to school (e.g. free bus tickets, cycle-to-school programme) |