Carbon footprint data

This activity allows learners to explore the facts and figures that link the carbon cycle with CO2 emissions and to understand the technical terminology that is used in the news and in global politics. 

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~ 1 hour
KS4

Preparation

Download the guidance and questions tasking learners to calculate carbon emissions of an individual, organisation or country.

What you need

  • Educator guidance
  • Worksheet and information sheet linked in guidance

Curriculum links

  • Science
  • Geography

Location

  • Indoor