School talk:
Fashion and Climate Crisis
Price
Paid
Duration
Short (<1 hour)
Organisation
Redress
Description
Introduce how the fashion industry contributes to the climate crisis. We will discuss the source of greenhouse gas emissions and the consumption of energy and natural resources required in the making of clothes. We will explore the impact and result of climate change locally and globally, introduce the concept and principles of circular fashion as a solution to reduce waste, and explain how circular lifestyle habits reduce environmental impact.
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge
Understand how the fashion industry contributes to the climate crisis via emissions and resource use.
Know climate change impacts locally and globally.
Understand circular fashion principles as a way to reduce waste.
Attitude
Value climate action through more responsible clothing choices.
Skills
Connect clothing production and climate impacts.
Related Subjects
Chinese Language
English Language
General Studies
PSHE
Science (Biology)
Citizenship and Social Development
Topic
Sustainable Consumption
Grade
Whole-School (Secondary)
Format
School Talk / Assembly
Location
In-school
Language
Bilingual
Participant Number
100+
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