Green Matters: What in the World Is Going On?
Recycling (#104)
As the world’s garbage piles grow to even greater heights, many people and industries are finding new uses for old things. In the Philippines, women are running a thriving business repurposing old papers into fashionable accessories creating a worldwide demand. In the U.S., recycling E-waste is big business as producers and consumers consider important ways to reduce their toxic impact on the environment. [23 minutes]
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Information For Teachers
- Grade Levels
- 6-8, 9-12
- Curricular Areas
- Science & Technology
- Series Length
- 15 episodes
- Average Episode Length
- 23 minutes
- Record Rights
- Recording/duplication allowed as long as IPTV broadcasts the series. If you miss the broadcast, contact your AEA for copies.
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Series Description: This timely series offers viewers a look into what's being done around the world to help reduce our carbon footprint. Each program highlights information from governments, corporations, environmental agencies and individuals who are finding ways to improve our planet.
All Upcoming Episodes
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Past Episodes
These episodes of Green Matters: What in the World Is Going On? aired in the last few months on Iowa Public Television.
- Ecotourism (#115)
- Climate Change (#114)
- Habitat Loss (#113)
- Environmental Heroes (#112)
- Green Good News (#111)
- Carbon(Less) Footprint (#110)
- Eco Friendly (#109)
- Conservation (#108)
- Organic Living (#107)
- Alternative Energy (#106)
- Pollution (#105)
- Recycling (#104)
- Global Warming (#103)
- Biofuels (#102)
- Endangered Species (#101)