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Better Planet Education’s Blog

On this page, you can explore a diverse range of news articles and insights from young voices. The latest updates are listed at the top.

Recent Articles

Why Single-Use Should Become a Thing of the Past

US overturns ban on plastic straws. But is the real problem single-use items in general?
Published Date: February 12, 2025

Is Saving the Planet Making It Hotter? The Curious Case of Shipping Pollution

Reducing sulfur emissions from ships, while beneficial for air quality, may inadvertently accelerate global warming by decreasing the number of sunlight-reflecting particles in the atmosphere.
Published Date: February 10, 2025

Climate Change is Doing Flavor No Favors

In this article, Holly, one of our Young Trustees, investigates how climate change threatens the flavor of many beloved foods. Rising temperatures can cause crops like cocoa, fruits, and vegetables to mature too quickly, hindering their full flavor development.
Published Date: February 7, 2025

Greening the Future, One Recycled Battery at a Time

Recycling lithium-ion batteries significantly reduces emissions and strengthens the supply chain compared to mining new materials, offering a more sustainable future for energy and electronics.
Published Date: February 5, 2025

E-fuels: A Potential Game Changer in the Fight Against Climate Change

E-fuels offer a promising solution to decarbonize sectors like aviation and shipping that are difficult to electrify.
Published Date: January 31, 2025

Eating in Season

Claire, one of our Young Trustees, shares tips on purchasing seasonal food this winter.
Published Date: January 22, 2025

2024 Confirmed as Hottest Year on Record

Global average temperatures were 1.6°C above pre-industrial levels for the first time in 2024, according to a spokesperson for the World Meteorological Organization. This follows the 2014 Paris Agreement’s commitment to keep temperature increases well below 2°C, ideally limiting them to 1.5°C. Achieving this goal by 2030 requires a 45% reduction in fossil fuel emissions by that year.
Published Date: January 10, 2025

The Environmental Impacts of Artificial Intelligence

Holly, one of Better Planet Education’s Young Trustees, discusses AI’s impact on our planet.
Published Date: January 8, 2025

Eco-Friendly Classroom Activities

In today’s rapidly changing world, it’s crucial to equip the next generation with the knowledge and skills to tackle environmental challenges. Eco-friendly classroom activities not only engage students but also inspire them to become future environmental leaders. By integrating sustainability into everyday learning, educators can nurture eco-conscious individuals who are better prepared to make informed decisions for the planet’s future. This blog explores a variety of exciting and educational eco-friendly classroom activities that can be easily implemented in schools, fostering a sense of environmental responsibility and creative problem-solving skills. Better Planet Education provides an excellent range of resources to support teachers in integrating these activities into their classrooms.
Published Date: December 12, 2024

Share Your Thoughts to Shape the Future of Education

The Youth Shadow Panel is inviting children and young people across England to share their views on their school or college experiences. Submissions are open from December 2, 2024, to January 12, 2025.
Published Date: December 2, 2024

YPTE is Now Better Planet Education!

YPTE has changed its name to Better Planet Education and launched a new website.
Published Date: November 9, 2024

UK’s Last Coal-Fired Power Station Closes

The last coal-fired power station in the UK, Ratcliffe-on-Soar in Nottinghamshire, is set to burn its last coal today (September 30, 2024), marking the end of an era since it began operations in 1967. The UK becomes the world’s first major economy to end its reliance on coal for energy production.
Published Date: September 30, 2024

Astonishing May 2024 Shatters Temperature Records

May 2024 has been recorded as the warmest since records began in 1884, with a mean average of 13.1°C, surpassing the previous record of 12.1°C set in 2008 by an entire degree Celsius!
Published Date: June 2, 2024

Ongoing Initiatives

Explore various initiatives, including the Better Planet Schools Programme, where young trustees amplify their voices and lead efforts in sustainability.

For more information or to get involved, visit our website.
Contact: Better Planet Education, Yeovil Innovation Centre, Barracks Close, Copse Road, Yeovil, BA22 8RN
Phone: +44 01935 315025
Email: info@betterplaneteducation.org.uk

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