2010年4月23日 星期五

How to Have a Green Day by Jenny Alexander

How to Have a Green Day by Jenny Alexander

What does green mean?
Green means looking after the natural world by:
-using less gas, oil, coal and electricity.
-not wasting water
-recycling more
-producing less rubbish.


Cars, power stations and factories are bad for nature because:
-they use up the Earth's natural resources
-they cause pollution
-they produce lots of waste products.

What should we do in summer to save energy?
When there is sunlight outside, we can open the curtain and switch off the light.

What should we do in winter when it is still dark outside?
We can keep the room curtains shut for warmth, but switch off the light before we leave our room.

How should we save energy on TV?
Always switch off the television when we have finished. Use the button on the set. don't use the remote control, because the TV will be in stand-by mode and it is still using electricity.

What is a compost bin?
A compost bin is used to collect kitchen waste like tea-bags and food scraps. It is for our garden.

How can we make a compost bin?
We make a compost bin with an old plastic dustbin and a cut-off bottom.