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It takes about 6,800 gallons (25,700 litres) of water to produce a day's food for a family of 4. UGC highlights the importance of integrating water conservation into higher education institutions. By incorporating water conservation courses, interdisciplinary learning, case studies, projects and problem-solving activities, we can educate students to become champions of water conservation. Together, we can commit to sustainability and effective resource management. #UGC #WaterConservation #GreenCampus #Water #Education #SaveWater #ConserveWater #Sustainability #HigherEducation

HEI should adopt Innovative Water Conservation Measures as Environmental Initiatives in order to develop Environmental Best Practices.

 Mbathio’s Story  Early in the morning before the sun goes up, the 10-year-old girl Mbatio starts the day with a heavy responsibility and a heavy bucket of water. Her mother depends on her to fetch water for the family. She lives in a small village named Gouye Sombel, which has struggled for a long time with water scarcity. She has to commute miles every day to fetch water before going to school like many other girls in her community. That explains the reason they are exhausted during class. Mbatio’s story is ubiquitous, and it portrays the everyday struggle of girls in many communities around Gouye Sombel. The areas face water challenges such as the depletion of groundwater levels and the contamination of the available water resources. The local water infrastructure built a long time ago is obsolete and cannot handle anymore today's demand and climate change conditions. The dependence of the community on distant water wells and the total lack of modern conservative techniques hinder girls’ education, Health, and economic opportunity. Committed to drawing change in her community, Mbatio’s interest in furthering her study in water resources and environmental science arose. Her eagerness to acquire knowledge in water and environmental science was conspicuous. No, later her Environmental science teacher who is at the same time her mentor, suggested she participate in a city-wide competition for young scholars. The challenge was to come up with innovative solutions to local water issues. Mbathio's project focused on integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology. She proposed two ideas. The first one was Rainwater Harvesting by utilizing rooftops of homes and schools to collect and store rainwater for accessibility during dry time and the second was a water management community Education program that consisted of teaching people about water conservation techniques and the necessity of clean water sources. With the guidance of her teachers and support from, her family and the local community, Mbathio started working on her project. They began by installing a rainwater harvesting system in her school that collected runoff from the roof into adequate storage tanks which are filtered and used back for the school’s sanitation purposes. The community education program was as important, they organized workshops and demonstrations that taught the local community how to build their rainwater harvesting systems. Without much surprise, her project won the first prize on the podium in the Competition and brought attention to the water challenges faced by her community leading the local government to take note of her life-changing solutions in their strategies.   In continuing the wave of change to reach youth, I am Mame Diarra from Senegal excited to share with you my water story and echo the impact by submitting it to the #YouthBook under the theme of of the 10th World Water Forum in Bali, Indonesia.

PROJECT ANNOUNCEMENT: Townsville’s tuckshops to tackle climate change A new project will see Townsville schools turn #foodwaste into #soilhealth and #circulareconomy for the benefit of our waterways and Reef. The ‘Townsville’s Tuckshops Tackling Climate Change with Innovative Circular Economy’ project from Atlas Soils has received seed funding to see Townsville school students turn their tuckshop and home waste into HumiSoil® for use in sporting fields, food-growing beds, and to sell for school income while learning about sustainability, environmental science, and circular economies. The project will be delivered by teams from Atlas Soils and Three Big Rivers. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/guVzybpu “What a fantastic hands-on way for Townsville’s young people to take action for their local environment,” says our Executive Officer Kara-Mae Coulter-Atkins. “Healthier soils and carbon-friendly waste practices have flow-on benefits for our waterways and Reef. We look forward to seeing this project evolve.” The Grounds to Ground project is one of 3 successful projects to receive kickstart funding from the Townsville Community Action Plan (CAP) for Rivers & Reef. CAP projects address waterway issues of priority as identified by Townsville itself. Townsville’s CAP has been made possible by the partnership between the Australian Government’s Reef Trust and the Great Barrier Reef Foundation, and is co-led by the Dry Tropics Partnership for Healthy Waters and Reef Ecologic. Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water, Townsville City Council, Jason Lange #townsville #waterquality #collectiveimpact #LocalAction #ReefTrust #citizenscience

Hi connections.....!!! **Case Study: Sullurpeta's Green Revolution - Combatting Air Pollution through Community Action** *Project Overview:* In response to rising concerns about air pollution, a collaborative initiative was launched in Sullurpeta to address this pressing issue. The project's primary objectives were twofold: first, to raise awareness about air pollution among villagers and school students, and second, to execute a mass tree-planting event for environmental restoration. *Execution:* Led by the joint efforts of Sullurpeta villagers, along with the dedicated participation of Ravindra Bharathi School's principal, staff, and students, a comprehensive awareness campaign was conducted. Interactive sessions, workshops, and informative talks were organized to educate and empower the community about the detrimental effects of air pollution and the role of trees in combating it. The pinnacle of the project was a grand sapling planting camp, where enthusiastic volunteers joined hands to plant a significant number of saplings in strategic locations around Sullurpeta. The event not only aimed to reduce air pollution but also fostered a sense of collective responsibility and environmental stewardship among the participants. *Outcome:* The concerted efforts yielded remarkable results. Through collective action, hundreds of saplings found their new home, contributing to the creation of a greener and healthier environment in Sullurpeta. The engagement of the villagers and the active participation of the school community showcased the power of unified action in tackling environmental challenges. *Conclusion:* This case study exemplifies the transformative potential of community-driven initiatives in combating environmental issues. The collaboration between villagers, school authorities, and students highlights the significance of collective action in making a tangible difference. The success of this project serves as a testament to the impact of grassroots efforts in promoting sustainability and combating air pollution. *Key Takeaways:* 1. Community collaboration is pivotal in addressing environmental concerns. 2. Education and awareness play a vital role in fostering environmental stewardship. 3. Collective action, no matter how small, can lead to significant positive changes in combating air pollution and promoting a sustainable future. #CaseStudy #CommunityInitiative #AirPollution #EnvironmentalSustainability #GrassrootsMovement #GreenRevolution 🌿🌍

SOL FOUNDATION’S ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION   At SOL foundation, we strive to integrate education with environmental awareness. We believe in creating a world where everyone has access to basic needs such as: food, water and education. SOL foundation focuses on introducing nature to children by initiating projects within school yards: Planting trees to create shaded learning environments and outdoor classrooms, gardens are raised in order to provide nutritious food directly from the school, where every child can eat their fill without having to feel guilty or starved.  The school gardens are also integrated into the curriculum in order to enlighten the children on the process of turning a seed into a magnificent tree or plant that yields fruit. The growth will not only provide the children with a sense of accomplishment but also appreciation for the process that brings the food to the table from the garden. As with each tree planted, we get closer to a better future where we can reduce climate change, purify the air, save water, provide shelter for animals, reduce the global warming effect, have a renewable energy source etc. “Planting a tree is an act of charity”, let us all work together for a better tomorrow. #thesolfoundation #education #global #makingachange #schoolgarden #communitygarden #positiveimpact #independence #empowerment

📢Water companies must urgently invest in sewage infrastructure to provide solutions to the outrageous sewage spills issue. Regulators must also hold them to account. We can also hold them to account via our citizen science programmes to push for action. One of our main goals at Thames21 is to connect communities to their local rivers, enabling people to enjoy, care for and protect their green and blue spaces. Having said that, volunteers are at the heart of what we do. Besides participating in river clean-ups and vegetation management tasks, volunteers can also carry out research and monitoring duties and become citizen scientists. Learn more about citizen science and how you can get involved in our latest article here: https://ow.ly/jhkF50R6JPL #thames21 #citizenscience #volunteer #riverconservation

"Every new school in England is being built in an area with unsafe levels of air pollution, according to a damning report that says thousands of children will experience “alarmingly poor” air quality." “The public health implications of avoidable childhood exposure to poor air quality could have significant effects on both the quality-adjusted life years of the population and financial health expenditure in the United Kingdom.” At the West Midlands National Park Lab we are driven by the need to improve quality of life, health and well-being and the environment for all communities. This is why we are working across silos, disciplines and political boundaries to drive a joined-up and strategic view of landscape. This matters. For too long schools have been built in the easiest place and not the best place. NHS West Midlands, West Midlands Growth Company, West Midlands Combined Authority, Aviva, Federated Hermes, Natural England, Environment Agency, Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, Department for Education, Birmingham City Council, UN-Habitat (United Nations Human Settlements Programme), UNESCO, Landscape Institute, IFLA International Federation of Landscape Architects, Redpill Group Ltd, Birmingham City University https://lnkd.in/eb_JFZUp

Water Conservation Rally for Class 5- August 2024 The Water Conservation Rally aimed to raise awareness among students and the community about the importance of saving water. By actively participating, students learned about the significance of water conservation and got inspired to take responsibility for protecting this essential resource. During the rally, Class 5 students marched together, holding colorful banners and chanting powerful slogans they created. These slogans emphasized the critical need to conserve water and inspire others to join in the effort. Students designed and created their own banners with messages about water conservation. This activity teaches students to take responsibility for the environment. By understanding the importance of water and the need to conserve it, students become more mindful of their water usage and inspired others to do the same. The Water Conservation Rally was a powerful way to engage Class 5 students in environmental education. By raising awareness and promoting action, this event helped to instill the values of environmental stewardship and collective responsibility in the next generation.   Click on the link for YouTube Chanel: https://lnkd.in/dMyd5vSu Facebook: https://lnkd.in/dst3gwgG Twitter :  https://lnkd.in/dT-FUhQx Instagram : https://lnkd.in/dW3CaVzk Like, Comment, Share and Subscribe our channel for watching more activity videos.   #rosaryschoolrajkot #waterconservation #rally #students #teachers #savewater #savewaterdrawing #savewatersaveearth #savewatersavelifedrawing #awareness #watersave #slogan #sloganwriting

Activities, books, and online tools address issues including the impact of pet waste on water systems, measuring water footprints, and how activists raise awareness about conservation. "Honoring H20: Resources to Teach About the Vital Importance of Clean Water" #water #climate #climatechange #CleanWaiterAwarenessMonth