Welcome to a journey of discovery and empowerment with "Sustainable Futures: A Middle Stage Student's Guide to Zero Waste Living." We embark on a mission to equip you, the future custodians of our planet, with the knowledge and tools to champion a sustainable and waste-conscious world. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, we often overlook the impact of our actions on the environment. "Sustainable Future" is born from a realization that waste, in its myriad forms, poses challenges to our health, ecosystems, and the very fabric of our planet. The purpose of this book is simple yet profound: to make the students aware of the different types of waste, their implications on life and the environment, and, most importantly, how you can actively contribute to effective waste management.
The students of grades 6th-8th represent the architects of
our future. By instilling waste management principles at this crucial stage, we
believe in empowering the students to make informed choices that will
reverberate through the years. Early childhood is a time of receptivity, and we
aim to harness this window of opportunity to sow the seeds of knowledge and
responsibility. From the most minor actions to broader lifestyle choices, every
decision matters. Armed with awareness, students can become advocates for
change, influencing their behaviours and inspiring those around them to join
the mission for sustainability. This book is more than just information; it's a
call to action. We aim to make waste management understandable and enjoyable
for the students through engaging narratives, insightful facts, and practical
tips.
We sincerely thank Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. for
their unwavering support in implementing the school intervention program. Their
generous provision of resources and assistance in publishing the book has been
instrumental in bringing this project to fruition. Additionally, our heartfelt
thanks go to The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Gujarat, for
providing the conducive research environment that facilitated the development
of this book. We sincerely appreciate their commitment to fostering education
and sustainability initiatives.
We hope that students will gain valuable insights and be
inspired to champion the cause of waste management in schools, homes, and
communities.
Author (s)
Details
Astha Garg
Department of Family and Community Resource Management, Faculty of Family
and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara,
Gujarat, India.
Dr. Urvashi
Mishra
Department of Family and Community Resource Management, Faculty of Family
and Community Sciences, The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda, Vadodara,
Gujarat, India.
Please see the book here:- https://doi.org/10.9734/bpi/mono/978-93-49473-67-6
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