Ethical Consumerism and Climate Change

Ethical Consumerism and Climate Change

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will be able to explain ethical consumerism in the context of climate change.

Introduce the goal of the lesson to the students.

What do you already know about ethical consumerism and climate change?

What is Ethical Consumerism?

Ethical consumerism involves making purchasing decisions based on ethical and environmental considerations.

Define ethical consumerism and provide examples, such as fair trade products, products made from sustainable materials, and products that do not harm animals.

Why is Ethical Consumerism Important?

Ethical consumerism can help reduce the negative impact of consumerism on the environment and society.

Explain the importance of ethical consumerism and its role in promoting sustainability.

What is Climate Change?

Climate change refers to the long-term changes in the Earth's climate patterns caused by human activities.

Define climate change and provide examples of its effects, such as rising global temperatures and extreme weather events.

How is Ethical Consumerism Related to Climate Change?

Ethical consumerism can help reduce the carbon footprint and other negative environmental impacts of consumerism that contribute to climate change.

Discuss the relationship between ethical consumerism and climate change and how ethical consumerism can be a solution to the problem.

Examples of Ethical Consumerism in the Context of Climate Change

In you pair explain how these show examples of ethical consumerism in the context of climate change.  Purchasing products made from sustainable materials, reducing energy consumption, and using public transportation.

Provide examples of ethical consumerism practices that can help reduce the carbon footprint and other negative environmental impacts of consumerism that contribute to climate change.

Benefits of Ethical Consumerism in the Context of Climate Change

Benefits of ethical consumerism in the context of climate change include reducing carbon emissions, preserving natural resources, and promoting sustainability.

Explain the benefits of ethical consumerism in the context of climate change and its positive impact on the environment and society.

Conclusion

In conclusion, ethical consumerism is an important practice that can help reduce the negative impact of consumerism on the environment and society, particularly in the context of climate change.

Summarize the key points of the lesson and encourage students to practice ethical consumerism to help promote sustainability.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

Here, students enter two things they would like to know more about. This not only increases involvement, but also gives them more ownership.

Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.