Carbon Futures

Investigate carbon in the environment and how it relates to climate change.

Students will learn about the carbon cycle and the impacts of a changing climate on species survival. Through real-life examples, students will examine how organisations are responding to climate change and be challenged to consider what they can do themselves at home and school.

Students will

• Discuss climate change mitigation and how they can reduce their carbon footprint
• Measure a tree to calculate its carbon content
• Cultivate their own plant to take home

Key focuses

• Nature of carbon (the carbon cycle)
• Role of trees and soil in the natural carbon cycle
• How to respond to climate change

Curriculum Links

• Level 5-6 Science
• Level 5-6 Economics and Business