Environment & Ecology
Communication – Common Core Science
Introduction
Environmental communication focuses on how we discuss, present, and mediate environmental issues. It’s crucial for raising awareness and promoting sustainable development.
Key Concepts
• Sustainability
• Biodiversity
• Climate Change
Communication Forms
• Reports
• Presentations
• Campaigns
Importance
• Policy making
• Public awareness
• Behavioral change
1. Major Environmental Issues
“We don’t inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children”
Climate Change
• Global warming
• Extreme weather
• Rising sea levels
Biodiversity Loss
• Habitat destruction
• Endangered species
• Ecosystem collapse
2. Effective Communication Strategies
Visual Communication
• Infographics
• Charts
• Before/after images
Digital Media
• Social media campaigns
• Interactive websites
• Video documentaries
3. Successful Environmental Campaigns
Notable Examples:
Earth Hour
Annual lights-off event
#TrashTag
Social media cleanup challenge
Plastic Ban
Reducing single-use plastics
4. Creating Environmental Reports
Report Structure
- Executive Summary
- Introduction
- Methodology
- Findings
- Recommendations
Visual Elements
Bar Chart
Pie Chart
Infographic
Exercise: Create a Campaign
Design a social media campaign about recycling in your community:
