Technology and the Planet

Whāinga ako: Lesson Goals

We are learning to understand the environmental impact of various technologies.
To analyse how technology contributes to environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, and resource depletion.
To discuss ways to mitigate the negative effects. 

innovations, environmental impact, resource depletion, green technology

Human technology has both the power to shape our planet and the to safeguard its environment. In this lesson, we will explore different aspects of technology, examining its negative and positive effects on our world.

Technology's impact on the environment

While technology has brought about many positive changes, we rely on technology in our daily lives- it means we can get places quickly, have an abundance of food available (rather than have to grow it ourselves), contact people whenever we need... the list goes on. However it has also contributed to many negative environmental impacts.

What are the environmental impacts of these technologies?

• cellphones

• cars, buses, trains

• plastic

Technology for change

Technological solutions and innovations can also help reduce the negative environmental impact of technology. This technology is known as green technology.