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Concrete Solutions to Combat Climate Change at COP28

COP28 highlights concrete solutions to combat climate change, including reducing fossil fuel burning, increasing renewable energy use, switching to electric vehicles, and capturing carbon from the atmosphere.
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The COP28 climate summit is happening right now in Dubai. People from all over the world are coming together to talk about how to fight climate change. The Earth's climate is changing really fast, and we need to take action quickly. But don't worry, there are some good ideas being discussed at the summit. Let's look at five of them.

First, we need to stop using fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas. These fuels are causing a lot of pollution and making the Earth hotter. Many countries and scientists want to make a deal to get rid of these fuels. But even if we stop using them, it won't be enough to fix the problem.

Second, we can use renewable energy sources like wind and solar power instead. These sources are getting cheaper, so more people are using them. By 2030, they could supply more than a third of all electricity. But we also need other technologies like batteries and nuclear power to help when the wind isn't blowing or the sun isn't shining.

Third, we can switch to electric cars. They don't pollute as much as cars that run on petrol or diesel. They can reduce emissions by about two-thirds. Electric cars are becoming more popular, and by 2023, they could make up 18% of new car sales. They are also getting cheaper, so more people can afford them.

Another idea is to reduce methane emissions. Methane is a gas that makes the Earth hotter. It comes from things like farming, using fossil fuels, and waste. Over 150 countries have promised to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030.

Lastly, we need to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) from the air or from where it comes from. CO2 is a gas that makes the Earth hotter. The natural world already takes in more than half of the CO2 we make, but we're making it hard for them to do that. We can help by planting more trees and using technology to capture CO2. But these ideas are still new and expensive.

In conclusion, the COP28 climate summit is talking about ways to fight climate change. We need to use less fossil fuels, use more renewable energy, drive electric cars, reduce methane emissions, and capture CO2. It won't be easy, but these ideas give us hope that we can protect the Earth for future generations.

Original news source: Are the solutions to fight climate change making progress? (BBC)

🎧 Listen:

πŸ“– Vocabulary:

1. summit
2. fossil fuels
3. pollution
4. renewable energy
5. emissions
6. electric cars
7. methane
8. capture
9. CO2
10. technology
11. expensive
12. protect
13. generations
14. climate change
15. action

Group or Classroom Activities

Warm-up Activities:

– News Summary
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into small groups.
2. Each group will read the article and discuss the main ideas.
3. Each group will then create a news summary of the article, highlighting the key points.
4. Groups will take turns presenting their summaries to the class.
– Opinion Poll
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
2. Assign each group a specific idea from the article (e.g. using renewable energy, reducing methane emissions, etc.).
3. Each group will come up with arguments in favor of or against their assigned idea.
4. Groups will conduct an opinion poll within the class, asking their classmates whether they agree or disagree with the idea.
5. After gathering the results, groups will present their findings and discuss the reasons behind the opinions.
– Vocabulary Pictionary
Instructions:
1. Write down key vocabulary words from the article on separate pieces of paper.
2. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
3. One student from each group will pick a word and draw a picture representing that word without speaking.
4. The other student(s) in the group will try to guess the word based on the drawing.
5. The group with the most correct guesses wins.
– Speed Summarizing
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
2. Give each group a different paragraph from the article.
3. Each group will have a set amount of time (e.g. 5 minutes) to read and discuss their paragraph.
4. After the time is up, each group will take turns summarizing their paragraph in 1 minute or less.
5. The class will vote on the most concise and accurate summary.
– Pros and Cons
Instructions:
1. Divide the class into pairs or small groups.
2. Assign each group one of the ideas from the article (e.g. using renewable energy, reducing methane emissions, etc.).
3. Each group will create a pros and cons list for their assigned idea, discussing the advantages and disadvantages.
4. Groups will take turns presenting their lists to the class and engaging in a class-wide discussion about the ideas.

πŸ€” Comprehension Questions:

1. What is the purpose of the COP28 climate summit in Dubai?

2. Why is it important to stop using fossil fuels?

3. What are some examples of renewable energy sources?

4. How can electric cars help reduce pollution?

5. What is methane and why is it a problem for the Earth's climate?

6. How can we help the natural world in capturing carbon dioxide?

7. Why are the ideas of planting more trees and using technology to capture CO2 considered new and expensive?

8. What is the main message of the article about fighting climate change?

🎧✍️ Listen and Fill in the Gaps:

The COP28 is happening right now in Dubai. People from all over the world are together to talk about how to fight climate change. The Earth's climate is changing really fast, and we need to take action quickly. But don't worry, there are some good ideas being discussed at the summit. Let's look at five of them. First, we need to stop using fuels like coal, oil, and gas. These fuels are causing a lot of pollution and making the Earth hotter. Many countries and scientists want to make a deal to get rid of these fuels. But even if we stop them, it won't be enough to fix the problem. Second, we can use renewable energy like wind and power instead. These sources are getting cheaper, so more people are using them. By 2030, they could supply more than a third of all electricity. But we also need other technologies like and nuclear power to help when the wind isn't blowing or the sun isn't shining. Third, we can switch to electric cars. They don't pollute as much as cars that run on petrol or diesel. They can reduce emissions by about two-thirds. Electric cars are more popular, and by 2023, they could make up 18% of new car sales. They are also getting cheaper, so more people can afford them. Another idea is to reduce emissions. Methane is a gas that makes the Earth hotter. It comes from things like , using fossil fuels, and waste. Over 150 countries have promised to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030. Lastly, we need to capture carbon (CO2) from the air or from where it comes from. CO2 is a gas that makes the Earth hotter. The natural world already takes in more than half of the CO2 we make, but we're making it hard for them to do that. We can help by planting more trees and using technology to capture CO2. But these are still new and expensive. In conclusion, the climate summit is talking about ways to fight climate . We need to use less fossil fuels, use more energy, drive electric cars, reduce methane emissions, and capture CO2. It won't be easy, but these ideas give us hope that we can protect the Earth for future generations.

πŸ’¬ Discussion Questions:

1. What are some ways we can fight climate change?
2. How would you feel if all countries agreed to stop using fossil fuels?
3. Do you like the idea of using renewable energy sources like wind and solar power? Why or why not?
4. What do you think about switching to electric cars?
5. How do electric cars help reduce emissions?
6. Do you think it's important to reduce methane emissions? Why or why not?
7. What are some sources of methane emissions?
8. How can we capture carbon dioxide from the air?
9. Do you think planting more trees is an effective way to fight climate change? Why or why not?
10. What are some challenges we might face in implementing these ideas?
11. How do these ideas give us hope for the future?
12. What are some other ways individuals can contribute to fighting climate change?
13. How do you think climate change will affect future generations?
14. What can we do to protect the Earth for future generations?
15. Do you think it's important for people to come together at summits like COP28 to discuss climate change? Why or why not?

Individual Activities

πŸ“–πŸ’­ Vocabulary Meanings:

Click a dot next to a word, then click the dot next to its meaning to draw a line connecting them.

Words

1. summit
2. fossil fuels
3. pollution
4. renewable energy
5. emissions
6. electric cars
7. methane
8. capture
9. CO2
10. technology
11. expensive
12. protect
13. generations
14. climate change
15. action

Meanings

(A) Costing a lot of money
(B) Energy sources that can be used over and over again and won't run out
(C) Long-term changes in temperature and weather patterns
(D) To keep something safe from harm or damage
(E) Harmful substances that make the air, water, or land dirty and unsafe
(F) The use of scientific knowledge to solve practical problems
(G) Cars that run on electricity instead of petrol or diesel
(H) A meeting where people come together to discuss and make decisions
(I) The act of doing something to achieve a particular goal
(J) Fuels like coal, oil, and gas that come from the remains of plants and animals
(K) To catch or take in something
(L) Gases that are released into the air, especially by cars and factories
(M) All the people born and living at about the same time
(N) A gas that contributes to global warming and comes from farming and waste
(O) A gas that contributes to global warming and comes from burning fossil fuels

πŸ”‘ Multiple Choice Questions:

1. What is the main topic of discussion at the COP28 climate summit?
(a) How to reduce pollution in cities
(b) How to improve renewable energy sources
(c) How to create more jobs in the energy sector
(d) How to fight climate change
2. Why do we need to stop using fossil fuels?
(a) They cause a lot of pollution and make the Earth hotter
(b) They are too expensive to use
(c) They are running out and we need to find alternatives
(d) They are not efficient enough to meet our energy needs
3. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a renewable energy source?
(a) Coal
(b) Wind power
(c) Solar power
(d) Hydroelectric power
4. How much of all electricity could renewable energy sources supply by 2030?
(a) Less than a third
(b) Half
(c) More than a third
(d) All of it
5. How much can electric cars reduce emissions by?
(a) About half
(b) About one-third
(c) About two-thirds
(d) About one-fourth
6. What is methane?
(a) A type of renewable energy source
(b) A gas that makes the Earth hotter
(c) A type of fossil fuel
(d) A type of waste product
7. How many countries have promised to reduce methane emissions by 30% by 2030?
(a) Less than 50
(b) Over 150
(c) Exactly 100
(d) None of the above
8. How can we help the natural world capture more carbon dioxide?
(a) By reducing the use of fossil fuels
(b) By driving electric cars
(c) By using renewable energy sources
(d) By planting more trees and using technology to capture CO2

πŸ•΅οΈ True or False Questions:

Capturing carbon dioxide from the air or its sources is not being explored as a method to combat climate change.
Renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power are being discussed as alternatives to fossil fuels.
The COP28 climate summit is currently taking place in Dubai.
The summit aims to address the issue of climate change and find solutions.
The ideas discussed at the summit do not provide hope for protecting the Earth for future generations.
Methane emissions, which contribute to global warming, are not being targeted for reduction by over 150 countries.
Fossil fuels like coal, oil, and gas are not causing pollution and contributing to global warming.
Electric cars are being promoted as a way to reduce emissions and combat climate change.

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Writing Questions:

1. What are fossil fuels and why are they a problem for the Earth's climate?
2. How can renewable energy sources like wind and solar power help fight climate change?
3. How do electric cars contribute to reducing emissions and why are they becoming more popular?
4. What is methane and why is it important to reduce its emissions?
5. How can we help capture carbon dioxide and why is it important to do so?

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