Assignment: Simulating Climate Futures in En-ROADS (Long Version)
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Grades11, 12, APChemistry, Biology, Earth and Space Sciences, Health
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What it is
- This activity challenges students to use the En-ROADS climate simulator to make a plan to keep global warming to less than 2°C by 2100.
- The guide outlines five goals that the students' plans must meet to be successful.
- A shorter version of this activity can be found here.
Teaching tips
Positives
- The En-ROADS simulator is available in 12 languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Turkish, Russian, Dutch, Arabic, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Korean.
- The simulator provides many solutions for lowering future global temperatures. Students will have the chance to try several solutions to achieve the goal.
Additional Prerequisites
- The link to the Quick Guide does not work.
- The walkthrough video provides excellent information on how to use the simulator.
Differentiation
- Students can complete the activity individually, in pairs, or in small groups.
- Other resources on this topic include Project Drawdown's table of solutions and this interactive tool on climate solutions.
From the scientist review
This resource will improve students understanding of the future of our changing climate. Students will learn how to develop sustainable plans for the economy, trade, and energy sector without posing any negative influence on the climate. The resource is recommended for teaching.
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