Environmental Initiatives at School

What is the primary goal of the students planting trees at the school?

• To create shaded areas

• To increase local biodiversity and reduce carbon footprint

• To improve the school's landscape

• To provide more oxygen

What does the term 'offset the equivalent of 100 tonnes of carbon dioxide' imply?

• The trees will need 100 tonnes of soil to grow

• The trees will cover 100 tonnes of land area

• The trees will absorb 100 tonnes of carbon dioxide when mature

• The trees will produce 100 tonnes of oxygen

How much space can a single ton of recycled plastic save in a landfill?

• Approximately 10 cubic meters

• Approximately 23 cubic meters

• Approximately 15 cubic meters

• Approximately 30 cubic meters

Why is it important to recycle plastic bottles?

• To comply with government regulations

• To make the school look cleaner

• To save space in landfills and benefit future generations

• To reduce the cost of new bottles

What pledge did a student make for Earth Day to conserve water?

• To plant more trees

• To take shorter showers

• To recycle more

• To stop using plastic bottles

What are the benefits of sunflowers mentioned in the video?

• They require very little water

• They provide food for birds and bees

• They are used for making sunflower oil

• They can be used as a natural fence

What does the term 'biodiversity super plant' refer to in the video?

• Plastic recycling bins

• Sunflowers

• Bamboo

• Oak trees

How does conserving water help the environment according to the video?

• It reduces the energy needed to process water

• It helps to survive and conserve natural resources

• It makes the water taste better

• It increases water availability for agriculture

Why is it crucial to conserve water?

• Because it is necessary for survival

• Because it tastes better when conserved

• Because it can be used for recreational purposes

• Because it is expensive

What was the purpose of the talk by Damien McGreevy and Laura Shields?

• To celebrate the school's anniversary

• To discuss the decline of bee populations and their importance

• To promote their products made from honey

• To announce a new beekeeping course