Schoolchildren in many countries object to their perceived lack of environmental action (particularly in relation to climate change) by the 'adults'. In Whitehaven, in the UK, local politicians of all 3 major parties, approve the setting up of a new deep coal mine 'because it will bring jobs to the area' (and will get some of its required energy from solar panels): Discuss.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Wednesday, 20 March 2019
Children's Environmental Protest Trumped by 'Jobs'
Schoolchildren in many countries object to their perceived lack of environmental action (particularly in relation to climate change) by the 'adults'. In Whitehaven, in the UK, local politicians of all 3 major parties, approve the setting up of a new deep coal mine 'because it will bring jobs to the area' (and will get some of its required energy from solar panels): Discuss.
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