Waste Not Want Not

What is a biodegradable material?

• A material that can be broken down by microorganisms

• A material made from plants

• A material that is organically produced

• A material that is sustainable

What is the definition of Sustainability?

• Ending the production and use of plastics to help the environment

• Reduce, Reuse and recycle to support the environment

• Continuing to treat the planet as consumers for our own benefit

• The ability to maintain a balance in our environment and conserve natural resources to support the wellbeing of current and future generations

Which of the following resources is non-renewable?

• Coal

• Sun

• Timber

• Wind

What is NOT a sustainable practice?

• Recycling

• Reusing

• Reducing

• Buying

What do humans do that releases greenhouse gases?

• Build cement buildings

• Burn fossil fuels

• Ride bikes

• Use solar

What % of plastics is used once then thrown away?

• 20-30

• 40-50

• 60-70

• 80-90

Which food products are most likely to be thrown away?

• Fish and seafood

• Eggs and dairy

• Fruit and veg

• Meat and poultry

What food, when wasted, represents the biggest waste of energy?

• Milk

• Poultry

• Corn

• Beef

What does this symbol mean?

• The item can be reused

• The item is made of plastic

• The item is recyclable

• The item can be partly recycled

What does the symbol represent?

• The item is recyclable

• The item is not recyclable and must go in the general waste bin

• The item is made of biodegradable material

• The item is made from waste material