Cary Teen Council Climate Change Presentation Resources

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Thank you so much for participating in our presentation! Our passion is showing our Neighbors how to reduce their Carbon Footprint and landfill waste!

Below you will find resources for many of the topics we discussed.

TODAY’S PROGRAM WAS . . .

Climate Change: What Teens Need to Know

Parent/Guardian guide to the main points of the session:

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  • Climate Change explained as a warming of the Earth due to the greenhouse effect caused by excessive amounts of greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere.

  • Evidence of Climate Change in North Carolina. (intensity of storms, climate extremes like consistent record heat, sea level rise)

    1. How NC residents, commerce and industry contribute to greenhouse gasses:

      • energy used in heating/cooling buildings, emissions from transportation and animal agriculture

      • food waste in the landfill emitting methane

      • development of land and cutting of trees/forests that sequester carbon

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  • The GOOD NEWS: We already have technology that is making a impact in reducing carbon. (wind turbines, solar panels, electric vehicles, efficient lighting, smart technology and building insulation)

  • What a FAMILY can do:

    • Install insulation, smart thermometers or LED lighting to make home and work more efficient.

    • Look at new solar incentives available from Duke Energy in NC.

    • Know the best way to source goods as well as reduce and dispose of waste (shop local, reuse, compost, recycle, landfill)

    • Rethink transportation (walk, bike, electric vehicle, hybrid vehicle, public transportation)

    • Speak up about Climate Change with others in your community. We cannot fix what we don’t talk about.

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  • What a TEEN can do:

    • Try to eat more fruits & vegetables than meat, eat leftovers, and try not to waste food. Engage with friends who choose vegetarian and vegan diets.

    • Save energy by turning off lights and unplug electronics.

    • Get involved in local awareness campaigns such as the Cary Green Neighborhoods Teen Challenge.

    • Get outside and enjoy nature on Cary’s expansive Greenway System. When you spend time in nature, you’re more inclined to protect nature.

    • Talk about Climate Change with your family.

Resources on Climate Change:

Reduce Waste by Composting

Compostable waste makes up ~40% of Wake County residents’ trash*. This is material could have been turned into nutrient rich soil but instead it will go into the landfill where it will not break down properly thus generating green house gasses. Consider reducing your landfill waste by backyard composting or commercial composting.

* Source: Wake County North Carolina Waste Characterization Study 2019

The Wake County Landfill is where Wake County trash goes. Plan a family or Office tour to learn about the landfill. You won’t regret it.

Stay up to date on what’s going on with waste and recycling in your city:

NC Recycle Right Information is available here!

 

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