SECOND LEVEL TECHNOLOGIES
Experiences and Outcomes Benchmarks
Organiser – Technological Developments in Society and Business Explains how and why it is important to conserve energy
Impact, contribution, and relationship of technologies on business, politics, and the environment
I can analyse how lifestyles can impact on the environment and Earth’s resources and can make suggestions about how to live in a more sustainable way

TCH 2-06a

 

 

 

Progression

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Analyse then share how my own lifestyle impact on the environment & Earth’s resources. Give examples of lifestyle choices which are sustainable & unsustainable. Explain and/or share an example of how the continuation of unsustainable lifestyle choices impacts on the environment & Earth’s resources
 Understand the terms “sustainable” & “unsustainable” as these apply to the use of Earth’s resources & energy. Analyse how my/our lifestyle choices impact on the lifestyles & choices available to others e.g. ways to travel impact on air quality; destruction of forest for palm oil production increases climate change, etc. Identify & discuss the advantages & disadvantages of energy technologies e.g. compare the pros & cons of renewable & other forms of power.