1)b) Introduction
We all want to reduce our impact on the environment. What can we do to make a difference? Here
arc some ideas which everyone can try:
(2)c) Reusing rubbish
We throw away a lot of items which we can use again. Did you know that recycling one tin can
save enough energy to power a television for three hours?
a) Reducing food waste
• We throw away a third of everything we buy at the supermarket. But at least half of the items
which we throw away are still fresh and tasty
d) Fewer plastic bags and containers
• Buy things which don't have much packaging. Govemments are trying to make supermarkets
reduce their use of packaging, but progress is slow.
e) Cleaning up your area
• Rubbish in the streets looks horrible, but it is also an environmental problem. Rubbish can pollute
the water we drink and the ground we grow plants in
(6)g) Environmentally-friendly travel
• Cars, motorcycles and planes all cause a lot of pollution. Try to walk or cycle. If your journey is
longer, use public transport, such as buses or trains.
If we all act now, we can make a difference!
