How climate change is affecting Canterbury is what this booklet is all about. We investigate what it will mean for you, your family and friends, and the natural environment.

When Tokelau decided to switch to renewable energy, they thought critically about all the options. They decided that solar energy was a cost-effective option suited to the sunny Tokelaun climate. Over four thousand solar panels were installed on Tokelau, making them the first country in the world to use 100 percent renewable energy. Now they hope to inspire others to make the switch.

This project will walk students and teachers through the process of designing a solution to an issue within their transport community. Students and teachers can work through this planning document in groups or individually. It takes students from problem detection through to initial design ideas.

It’s time to talk trash with Bill Nye the Science Guy.

Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELDw2kjr1J4

Investigate and observe which light bulbs are the most energy efficient and explore the difference we can make by choosing energy efficient bulbs.

Light up a picture of a house. It’s easy to do and a great way to get started learning about circuits and electricity. Watch our video to make and test your own paper circuit house at home.

Your ‘carbon footprint’ is the total amount of carbon dioxide (CO2) you release into the atmosphere during your daily activities. Simple actions can lead to major changes for the future of our planet.

Everyday, more and more packages are being sent around the world. In the context of design, explore the properties of materials that make them suitable for packaging, and construct a package strong enough to protect a fragile gift.

This episode doesn’t stink, even though it’s about pollution.

Link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h3kjFRLpWs

So where does it all go? What part can we play in making sure the mountain doesn't grow?

This issue blows the cover on biodiversity – what does it really mean, how is everything connected? What is Canterbury’s biodiversity like? How does the region protect, restore and create biodiversity, and more importantly, why should we?

In this issue we embark on a journey about transportation - what it involves, the regional trends, the impact it may have on the environment, and possible solutions to our transportation woes.