sustainable neighbourhood

What does it mean for a neighborhood to be "sustainable"?

• It uses resources in a way that helps protect the environment for the future.

• It has a lot of parks and playgrounds.

• It has a lot of stores and restaurants.

• It has many cars driving around all day.

Which of these is a good way to save energy in your home?

• Using a lot of air conditioning.

• Keeping the refrigerator door open.

• Leaving the lights on all day.

• Turning off the lights when you're not using them.

What is one way to help reduce waste in a sustainable neighborhood?

• Recycle paper, plastic, and glass.

• Throw everything in the trash.

• Burn all the trash.

• Use single-use plastic every day.

Which of these is an example of using renewable energy?

• A car that runs on gasoline.

• Solar panels that use sunlight to create energy.

• A battery that never runs out.

• A coal-powered power plant.

What can you do to help plants and trees in your neighborhood?

• Cut down all the trees.

• Water the plants with soda.

• Plant new trees and take care of the ones that are there.

• Build houses where the trees are.

What is the best way to travel to reduce pollution?

• Flying in an airplane every day.

• Driving a car by yourself every day.

• Riding a scooter indoors.

• Walking, biking, or using public transportation.

What should you do with used paper and plastic in a sustainable neighborhood?

• Throw them in the regular trash

• Recycle them properly in a recycling bin

• Leave them on the ground

• Store them in the garage forever.

Why is it important to use less water in a sustainable neighborhood?

• Water helps plants grow faster.

• Water is a limited resource, and using less helps protect it.

• Water is unlimited, so it's not important

• Water is free, so it doesn’t matter.

Which of these is a good way to save water?

• Fill up a swimming pool with drinking water.

• Leave the tap running while brushing your teeth.

• Water your plants every hour.

• Take shorter showers.

What can we do to help keep air clean in a sustainable neighborhood?

• Plant more trees and use clean energy

• Burn trash every day.

• Drive cars with a lot of smoke coming out.

• Use more plastic bags