Dig this: echidnas tackle climate change
15 Mar 2021

Dig this: echidnas tackle climate change

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Researchers have found that a tiny echidna moves 8 trailer-loads of soil a year, helping tackle climate change. Learn about the work of the amazing echidna in this resource for Year 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 10 Earth … Continued
How droughts affect forests
23 Nov 2020

How droughts affect forests

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Scientists explore the ecosystem regrowth. This thought-provoking article is suitable for Year 6 and 9 Biology students, and Year 6 and 10 Earth and Space students learning about the effects of humans, climate change, and drought on the ecosystem and … Continued
Worldwide 100% renewable energy possible by 2050, claims detailed plan
5 Nov 2020

Worldwide 100% renewable energy possible by 2050, claims detailed plan

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A detailed roadmap for 139 countries outlines a path to a future powered entirely by wind, water and solar energy. This excellent article details one way renewable, clean energy could be implemented, and details scientific, policy and media debate. It … Continued
Yes, electric cars are better for the environment
25 Mar 2020

Yes, electric cars are better for the environment

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Study confirms electric cars produce fewer emissions. Use this article with students in years 6, 8, 9, and 10 studying Physical or Chemical Sciences to show the importance of scientific predictions and modelling of carbon emissions. Word Count: 596 Is … Continued
Turning sunlight into syngas
23 Oct 2019

Turning sunlight into syngas

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British researchers report a new benchmark in the field of solar fuels. Use this article to demonstrate some amazing new technology being developed to help save the planet and reduce the amount of carbon being emitted. It would be suited … Continued
Carbon pumping: in for the krill
22 Oct 2019

Carbon pumping: in for the krill

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The ocean’s real heavyweight is a vital but poorly understood creature, say scientists. Use this thought-provoking article with students in years 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 studying Biological, Chemical or Earth and Space Sciences. It would be particularly … Continued
Shhh! Don’t wake the microbes – they could create carbon bombs
2 Aug 2019

Shhh! Don’t wake the microbes – they could create carbon bombs

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Disturbing ancient carbon stores buried deep in coastal ecosystems can trigger the release of destructive greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This shocking article could be used with year 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 students to demonstrate new discoveries … Continued
Global analysis finds daylight plant respiration over-estimated by 25%
13 Feb 2019

Global analysis finds daylight plant respiration over-estimated by 25%

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Topics: Chemical Sciences - Chemical Reactions Earth and Space Sciences - The Changing Earth Additional: Careers, Technology Concepts (South Australia): Chemical Sciences - Change of Matter Earth and Space Sciences - The Earth's Surface Years: 9, 10 Global analysis finds … Continued
Davina Rooney – Civil Engineer & Sustainability Manager
24 Sep 2018

Davina Rooney – Civil Engineer & Sustainability Manager

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Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/Non-Renewable Resources; The Changing Earth Additional: Careers, Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - The Earth's Surface Years: 7, 9, 10 Davina Rooney – Civil Engineer & Sustainability Manager Video Length: … Continued
Dr Vanessa Rauland – Sustainability, Climate Change & Renewables Advocate
17 Sep 2018

Dr Vanessa Rauland – Sustainability, Climate Change & Renewables Advocate

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Topics: Earth and Space Sciences - Renewable/Non-Renewable Resources; The Changing Earth Additional: Careers, Technology; Engineering Concepts (South Australia): Earth and Space Sciences - The Earth's Surface Years: 7, 9, 10 Dr Vanessa Rauland – Sustainability, Climate Change & Renewables Advocate … Continued