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Green Careers and ELA Lesson: Cow Burps & Methane Emissions

Created by Teacher(s): Nita Seng, Ben Charles|Updated: May 20, 2025
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Students investigate methane emissions in agriculture and explore strategies for reducing them. They also research innovative solutions and climate-related careers focused on sustainability and methane reduction.

Inquire: Students analyze a case study about cow farming, methane emissions, and the impact on climate change.
Investigate: Students participate in a role-play and reflect on the leadership qualities and experience needed to put climate solutions into practice.
Inspire: Students select either an agricultural or entrepreneurial pathway to develop a comprehensive research-based project on climate solutions and then explore climate-related careers of interest.
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Subjects: English Language Arts, Career Skills
Duration: 3 hours
Region: Global

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Nita Seng

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